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[[China]] and [[Kosovo]] do not have formal [[diplomatic relations]] as China [[International recognition of Kosovo|does not recognize]] Kosovo as a sovereign state. However, China has a liaison office in Kosovo, and trade ties are increasing.<ref>{{cite web |title=Kosovo |url=https://ecfr.eu/special/china-balkans/kosovo/ |website=ECFR |access-date=26 May 2023 |date=16 March 2022}}</ref> |
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== History == |
== History == |
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The [[Chinese government]] has had a geopolitical interest in Kosovo since the 1999 [[NATO bombing of Yugoslavia]]. The Chinese government saw the bombing as an example of US aggression in service of American goals, and worried that it could create a precedent for US military intervention in China.<ref>{{cite journal |last1=Dreyer |first1=June Teufel |title=The PLA and the Kosovo Conflict |date=2000 |url=https://www.jstor.org/stable/resrep11799 |access-date=26 May 2023 |publisher=Strategic Studies Institute, US Army War College}}</ref> |
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After [[Republic of Kosovo|Kosovo]]'s [[2008 Kosovo declaration of independence|declaration of independence]] from [[Serbia]] was enacted on Sunday, 17 February 2008, by a unanimous vote of the [[Assembly of Kosovo]], all 11 representatives of the [[Serbia|Serb minority]] boycotted the proceedings.<ref>[http://www.assembly-kosova.org/common/docs/proc/trans_s_2008_02_17_al.pdf Transkript: Nga Seanca Plenare e Jashtëzakonshme Solemne e Kuvendit Të Kosovës Me Rastin e Shpalljes Së Pavarësisë, Të Mbajtur Më 17 Shkurt 2008] {{Webarchive|url=https://web.archive.org/web/20081028212537/http://www.assembly-kosova.org/common/docs/proc/trans_s_2008_02_17_al.pdf|date=2008-10-28}}, Republic of Kosovo Assembly, 2008-02-17 (in Albanian)</ref><ref>[http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/world/europe/7249034.stm Kosovo MPs proclaim independence], BBC, 2008-02-17</ref> International reaction was mixed, and the world community continues to be divided on the issue of the [[international recognition of Kosovo]]. In February 2008, the [[Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the People's Republic of China|Chinese Foreign Ministry]] made a statement stressing that the PRC "expresses grave concern" over Kosovo's unilateral declaration of independence. The Minister added that: "The resolution of the Kosovo issue bares {{sic}} on peace and stability of the Balkan region, the fundamental norms governing international relations as well as the authority and role of the UNSC. China always believes that a plan acceptable to both Serbia and Kosovo through negotiations is the best way to resolve this issue. The unilateral move taken by Kosovo will lead to a series of consequences. China is deeply worried about its severe and negative impact on peace and stability of the Balkan region and the goal of establishing a multi-ethnic society in Kosovo. China calls upon Serbia and Kosovo to continue negotiations for a proper resolution within the framework of the international law and work together to safeguard peace and stability of the Balkan region. The international community should create favorable conditions for that".<ref>[http://www.mfa.gov.cn/eng/xwfw/s2510/t408032.htm Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Liu Jianchao's Remarks on Kosovo's Unilateral Declaration of Independence], Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the People's Republic of China, 2008-02 -18</ref> |
After [[Republic of Kosovo|Kosovo]]'s [[2008 Kosovo declaration of independence|declaration of independence]] from [[Serbia]] was enacted on Sunday, 17 February 2008, by a unanimous vote of the [[Assembly of Kosovo]], all 11 representatives of the [[Serbia|Serb minority]] boycotted the proceedings.<ref>[http://www.assembly-kosova.org/common/docs/proc/trans_s_2008_02_17_al.pdf Transkript: Nga Seanca Plenare e Jashtëzakonshme Solemne e Kuvendit Të Kosovës Me Rastin e Shpalljes Së Pavarësisë, Të Mbajtur Më 17 Shkurt 2008] {{Webarchive|url=https://web.archive.org/web/20081028212537/http://www.assembly-kosova.org/common/docs/proc/trans_s_2008_02_17_al.pdf|date=2008-10-28}}, Republic of Kosovo Assembly, 2008-02-17 (in Albanian)</ref><ref>[http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/world/europe/7249034.stm Kosovo MPs proclaim independence], BBC, 2008-02-17</ref> International reaction was mixed, and the world community continues to be divided on the issue of the [[international recognition of Kosovo]]. In February 2008, the [[Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the People's Republic of China|Chinese Foreign Ministry]] made a statement stressing that the PRC "expresses grave concern" over Kosovo's unilateral declaration of independence. The Minister added that: "The resolution of the Kosovo issue bares {{sic}} on peace and stability of the Balkan region, the fundamental norms governing international relations as well as the authority and role of the UNSC. China always believes that a plan acceptable to both Serbia and Kosovo through negotiations is the best way to resolve this issue. The unilateral move taken by Kosovo will lead to a series of consequences. China is deeply worried about its severe and negative impact on peace and stability of the Balkan region and the goal of establishing a multi-ethnic society in Kosovo. China calls upon Serbia and Kosovo to continue negotiations for a proper resolution within the framework of the international law and work together to safeguard peace and stability of the Balkan region. The international community should create favorable conditions for that".<ref>[http://www.mfa.gov.cn/eng/xwfw/s2510/t408032.htm Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Liu Jianchao's Remarks on Kosovo's Unilateral Declaration of Independence], Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the People's Republic of China, 2008-02 -18</ref> |
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In December 2009, for the first time in its history, China entered a process before the [[International Court of Justice]] (ICJ).{{citation needed|date=October 2012}} China backed the position of Serbia saying that sovereign states have a right to prevent unilateral secessions and protect their integrity.<ref>[http://www.b92.net/eng/news/politics-article.php?yyyy=2009&mm=12&dd=07&nav_id=63568 China: Kosovo declaration violates intl. law] {{webarchive|url=https://web.archive.org/web/20100410153504/http://www.b92.net/eng/news/politics-article.php?yyyy=2009&mm=12&dd=07&nav_id=63568|date=10 April 2010}}, B92, 2009-12-07</ref> |
In December 2009, for the first time in its history, China entered a process before the [[International Court of Justice]] (ICJ).{{citation needed|date=October 2012}} China backed the position of Serbia saying that sovereign states have a right to prevent unilateral secessions and protect their integrity.<ref>[http://www.b92.net/eng/news/politics-article.php?yyyy=2009&mm=12&dd=07&nav_id=63568 China: Kosovo declaration violates intl. law] {{webarchive|url=https://web.archive.org/web/20100410153504/http://www.b92.net/eng/news/politics-article.php?yyyy=2009&mm=12&dd=07&nav_id=63568|date=10 April 2010}}, B92, 2009-12-07</ref> |
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[[Kosovo at the 2022 Winter Olympics|Kosovo participated in the 2022 Winter Olympics]] in Beijing. The government of Kosovo announced in 2021 that it would participate in the US-led diplomatic boycott of Olympics, meaning that Kosovo's team would participate but the [[president of Kosovo]] would not participate as head of the delegation.<ref>{{cite news |title=Kosova bojkoton Lojrat Olimpike në Pekin |url=https://alsat.mk/kosova-bojkoton-lojrat-olimpike-ne-pekin/ |access-date=26 May 2023 |work=Alsat |date=8 December 2021}}</ref><ref>{{cite news |title=科索沃宣布抵制北京冬奧會 |url=https://www.rfi.fr/tw/%E4%B8%AD%E5%9C%8B/20211209-%E7%A7%91%E7%B4%A2%E6%B2%83%E5%AE%A3%E5%B8%83%E6%8A%B5%E5%88%B6%E5%8C%97%E4%BA%AC%E5%86%AC%E5%A5%A7%E6%9C%83 |access-date=26 May 2023 |work=RFI - 法國國際廣播電台 |date=9 December 2021 |language=zh-Hant}}</ref> |
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== See also == |
== See also == |
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China and Kosovo do not have formal diplomatic relations as China does not recognize Kosovo as a sovereign state. However, China has a liaison office in Kosovo, and trade ties are increasing.[1]
History
The Chinese government has had a geopolitical interest in Kosovo since the 1999 NATO bombing of Yugoslavia. The Chinese government saw the bombing as an example of US aggression in service of American goals, and worried that it could create a precedent for US military intervention in China.[2]
After Kosovo's declaration of independence from Serbia was enacted on Sunday, 17 February 2008, by a unanimous vote of the Assembly of Kosovo, all 11 representatives of the Serb minority boycotted the proceedings.[3][4] International reaction was mixed, and the world community continues to be divided on the issue of the international recognition of Kosovo. In February 2008, the Chinese Foreign Ministry made a statement stressing that the PRC "expresses grave concern" over Kosovo's unilateral declaration of independence. The Minister added that: "The resolution of the Kosovo issue bares [sic] on peace and stability of the Balkan region, the fundamental norms governing international relations as well as the authority and role of the UNSC. China always believes that a plan acceptable to both Serbia and Kosovo through negotiations is the best way to resolve this issue. The unilateral move taken by Kosovo will lead to a series of consequences. China is deeply worried about its severe and negative impact on peace and stability of the Balkan region and the goal of establishing a multi-ethnic society in Kosovo. China calls upon Serbia and Kosovo to continue negotiations for a proper resolution within the framework of the international law and work together to safeguard peace and stability of the Balkan region. The international community should create favorable conditions for that".[5]
On 23 August 2009, the presidents of Serbia and China, Boris Tadić and Hu Jintao, signed a joint declaration on the establishment of strategic partnerships. In point VI this document reconfirms that China respects the sovereignty and territorial integrity of Serbia. It considers that the best way to resolve the Kosovo issue is to develop a plan that would be acceptable for both sides, through dialogue and negotiations between the Government of Serbia and Kosovo authorities, in accordance with the purposes and principles of the UN Charter and relevant resolutions of the UNSC, within international law. The declaration says that unilateral action will not contribute to resolving this issue, and that the international community should create favourable conditions for solving it.[6]
In December 2009, for the first time in its history, China entered a process before the International Court of Justice (ICJ).[citation needed] China backed the position of Serbia saying that sovereign states have a right to prevent unilateral secessions and protect their integrity.[7]
Kosovo participated in the 2022 Winter Olympics in Beijing. The government of Kosovo announced in 2021 that it would participate in the US-led diplomatic boycott of Olympics, meaning that Kosovo's team would participate but the president of Kosovo would not participate as head of the delegation.[8][9]
See also
References
- ^ "Kosovo". ECFR. 16 March 2022. Retrieved 26 May 2023.
- ^ Dreyer, June Teufel (2000). "The PLA and the Kosovo Conflict". Strategic Studies Institute, US Army War College. Retrieved 26 May 2023.
{{cite journal}}: Cite journal requires|journal=(help) - ^ Transkript: Nga Seanca Plenare e Jashtëzakonshme Solemne e Kuvendit Të Kosovës Me Rastin e Shpalljes Së Pavarësisë, Të Mbajtur Më 17 Shkurt 2008 Archived 2008-10-28 at the Wayback Machine, Republic of Kosovo Assembly, 2008-02-17 (in Albanian)
- ^ Kosovo MPs proclaim independence, BBC, 2008-02-17
- ^ Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Liu Jianchao's Remarks on Kosovo's Unilateral Declaration of Independence, Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the People's Republic of China, 2008-02 -18
- ^ Zajednička izjava Srbije i Kine, Vreme, 2009-08-20 (in Serbian)
- ^ China: Kosovo declaration violates intl. law Archived 10 April 2010 at the Wayback Machine, B92, 2009-12-07
- ^ "Kosova bojkoton Lojrat Olimpike në Pekin". Alsat. 8 December 2021. Retrieved 26 May 2023.
- ^ "科索沃宣布抵制北京冬奧會". RFI - 法國國際廣播電台 (in Traditional Chinese). 9 December 2021. Retrieved 26 May 2023.
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