Taiwanese Expats' Nationality Changed to China; MOFA Sternly Urges Denmark to Provide Solution
Taiwan's Ministry of Foreign Affairs strongly protested Denmark's decision to change the registered nationality of Taiwanese expats to 'China', demanding an immediate correction and withdrawing some diplomatic courtesies.
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The Ministry of Foreign Affairs held a regular press conference this morning regarding the issue where the residence permit nationality and birthplace registration of Taiwanese expats living in Denmark was changed by Denmark from Taiwan (TWN) to China (CHN) since 2024. Huang Jun-yao pointed out that the Taipei Representative Office in Denmark continues to communicate with the Danish side, and Taiwan has already cancelled certain courtesies for Danish representatives in Taiwan and will continue to review various measures.
Huang Jun-yao emphasized that MOFA sternly urges the Danish government to propose an acceptable solution to Taiwan as soon as possible, immediately correct the erroneous nationality designation of Taiwan on residence permits, and follow EU foreign policy and practices to maintain the long-term friendly cooperative relations between Taiwan and Denmark.
Huang Jun-yao warned Denmark not to let this case seriously affect Denmark's image and business reputation in Taiwan, which could consequently harm bilateral relations and future cooperation prospects.
Huang Jun-yao emphasized that MOFA sternly urges the Danish government to propose an acceptable solution to Taiwan as soon as possible, immediately correct the erroneous nationality designation of Taiwan on residence permits, and follow EU foreign policy and practices to maintain the long-term friendly cooperative relations between Taiwan and Denmark.
Huang Jun-yao warned Denmark not to let this case seriously affect Denmark's image and business reputation in Taiwan, which could consequently harm bilateral relations and future cooperation prospects.