China's Stance on Non-Interference Amid Palau's Taiwan Ties

China reiterates its opposition to interference in internal affairs, responding to Palau's concerns about possible Chinese meddling in its elections over Taiwan recognition. Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning urged countries to align their ties with Taiwan with long-term interests. This statement underscores China's foreign policy stance.

China firmly opposes all forms of interference in other countries' internal affairs, said a spokesperson for the Chinese foreign ministry on Thursday.

The Pacific island nation of Palau expects China to attempt to meddle in a national election later this year over its recognition of Taiwan, President Surangel Whipps Jr. said in an interview with Reuters.

"Some countries maintain so-called ties with Taiwan, we urge them to do things that are in line with their long-term interests," said ministry spokesperson Mao Ning at a regular press briefing.