Nigeria Officially Recognises ‘One China Policy’

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The federal government has issued a directive to all Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs) restating its affirmation of ‘One China policy’ as part of its drive to strengthen and deepen the bilateral relationship between Nigeria and China.
The circular was issued through office of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF) in Abuja on Thursday.
“As part of government’s drive to strengthen and deepen bilateral relationships with China, it has become imperative to reaffirm Nigeria’s position on the (One China Policy),” the circular read.
According to the circular, for clarity, “the Federal Government recognises that Beijing remains the only seat of the government representing the whole China and Taiwan is an inalienable part of its territory.”
NAN reports that the circular further stated that in effect, the Federal Government does not recognise Taiwan as an independent territory.
According to the circular, “Mr President has directed that the term ‘Republic of China (Taiwan)’ shall not be used in official communications and pronouncement.
“And all official and private trips by the government officials to Taiwan must be cleared by the SGF.”
In the circular, government is also reviewing the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on trade relations between Nigeria and Taiwan and its outcome will be communicated in due course.
According to the circular, all MDAs are enjoined to bring the contents of this circular to the notice of all concerned for immediate compliance.

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