Taiwan UN Inclusion became a key focus at the 80th UN General Assembly General Debate. High-level officials from Saint Lucia and Saint Kitts and Nevis spoke in favor of Taiwan’s meaningful participation. The debate ran from last Tuesday to yesterday in New York. The theme was “Better together: 80 years and more for peace, development and human rights.”
Saint Lucia, Saint Kitts and Nevis, and other allies, including Belize, Eswatini, the Marshall Islands, Palau, Paraguay, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, and Tuvalu, called for Taiwan’s inclusion. They emphasized Taiwan’s contributions to global affairs and practical cooperation.
Alva Baptiste, Saint Lucia’s Minister of External Affairs, said his country renews calls for Taiwan to participate in the UN system. He added that multilateralism requires reducing tensions and resolving disputes to prevent conflict. Baptiste also noted that UN Resolution 2758 does not prevent Taiwan’s inclusion.
UN Resolution 2758 recognizes the People’s Republic of China as the sole representative of China. It expelled representatives of Chiang Kai-shek but does not mention Taiwan.
Saint Kitts and Nevis Prime Minister Terrance Drew said excluding Taiwan from agencies like the World Health Organization undermines global problem-solving. He also highlighted Taiwan’s contributions in health, technology, and disaster response as practical and non-partisan.
Additionally, Drew stressed the Taiwan Strait’s importance, describing it as a vital route for commerce and human connection. He urged calm, diplomatic dialogue, and stronger communication to protect livelihoods in Taipei and the islands.
Experts say Taiwan UN Inclusion has broad implications for international cooperation and regional stability. Inclusion would strengthen problem-solving in health, aviation, and disaster preparedness. Analysts also suggest that advocacy from allies may boost Taiwan’s diplomatic leverage.
Looking forward, diplomatic support is expected to continue in multilateral forums. Officials encourage dialogue to maintain peace and promote Taiwan’s meaningful participation in international organizations.
