China and Niue signed Wednesday in Wellington of New Zealand a
joint communique on the establishment of diplomatic relations,
which says they have decided to establish diplomatic relations at
ambassadorial level as of Dec. 12, 2007. The following is the full
text of the joint communique:
Joint Communique on the Establishment of Diplomatic Relations
Between Niue and the People's Republic of China
The Government of Niue and the Government of the People's
Republic of China, in conformity with the interests and desires of
the two peoples, have decided to establish diplomatic relations at
ambassadorial level, effective from 12 December 2007.
The two Governments have agreed to develop friendly cooperation
between the two countries on the basis of the principles of mutual
respect for sovereignty and territorial integrity, mutual
non-aggression, non-interference in each other's internal affairs,
equality and mutual benefit, and peaceful coexistence.
The Government of Niue recognizes that there is only one China
in the world, the Government of the People's Republic of China is
the sole legal government representing the whole of China and
Taiwan is an inalienable part of the territory of China. The Niue
Government undertakes not to have any official relations with
Taiwan.
The Government of the People's Republic of China supports the
Government of Niue in its aspirations to protect, retain and
develop the culture of Niue and to participate to the greatest
possible extent in international and regional activities.
The two Governments have agreed mutually to provide each other
with all necessary assistance for the performance of the functions
of their diplomatic representatives on the basis of equality,
mutual benefit and reciprocity in accordance with international
practice.
This Joint Communique shall enter into force as of the date of
signature.
Mititaiagimene Young Vivian Zhang Yuanyuan
For the Government of Niue For the Government of the
People's
Republic of China
Premier Ambassador Extraordinary and
Plenipotentiary
Wellington, 12 December 2007.
(Xinhua News Agency December 13, 2007)
