Two Caribbean Nations Back Taiwan's UN Involvement at UNGA 80th Session
The UN General Assembly's 80th session concluded on Monday, September 19, with the theme 'Better together: 80 years and more for peace, development and human rights'. While specific countries' stances on Taiwan's involvement remain unclear, two Caribbean nations spoke out in support of Taiwan's 'meaningful inclusion'.
Saint Lucia and Saint Kitts and Nevis, represented by their respective ministers, voiced their support for Taiwan during the UN General Debate. Saint Kitts and Nevis Prime Minister Terrance Drew praised Taiwan's contributions in areas such as public health, technology, and disaster response. He argued that excluding Taiwan from relevant UN agencies hinders global problem-solving efforts.
Saint Lucia's Minister of External Affairs, Alva Baptiste, echoed these sentiments, reiterating calls for Taiwan's participation in the UN system. He noted that UN Resolution 2758 does not prohibit Taiwan's inclusion. Meanwhile, the US Deputy Secretary of State, Wendy Sherman, emphasized the importance of dialogue and cooperation across the Taiwan Strait to safeguard ordinary people's livelihoods.
Despite the lack of specific country stances, the UN General Assembly debates saw support for Taiwan's involvement from Saint Lucia and Saint Kitts and Nevis. Their calls for 'meaningful inclusion' highlight Taiwan's potential contributions to global efforts in peace, development, and human rights.
