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A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate regarding United Nations General Assembly Resolution 2758 (XXVI) and the harmful conflation of China's "One China Principle" and the United States'"One China Policy".

USA119th CongressSRES-86| Senate 
| Updated: 4/28/2025
James E. Risch

James E. Risch

Republican Senator

Idaho

Cosponsors (15)
Jeanne Shaheen (Democratic)Rick Scott (Republican)Tammy Duckworth (Democratic)Dan Sullivan (Republican)Catherine Cortez Masto (Democratic)Christopher A. Coons (Democratic)Todd Young (Republican)Tim Kaine (Democratic)Jacky Rosen (Democratic)Chris Van Hollen (Democratic)Michael F. Bennet (Democratic)Andy Kim (Democratic)John Cornyn (Republican)Jeff Merkley (Democratic)Pete Ricketts (Republican)

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The Senate expresses its sense regarding the distinction between the United States' "One China Policy" and China's "One China Principle," emphasizing that they are not equivalent. The U.S. policy acknowledges China's position but does not take a stance on Taiwan's sovereignty, advocating for a peaceful resolution of cross-Strait issues. In contrast, China's principle asserts that the People's Republic of China (PRC) is the sole sovereign nation and Taiwan is an inalienable part of China. The resolution clarifies that United Nations General Assembly Resolution 2758 (XXVI) solely addressed which government would represent "China" at the UN, not Taiwan's ultimate political status or sovereignty. It asserts that Resolution 2758 does not endorse the PRC's "One China Principle" and does not represent an international consensus on Taiwan's status. The Senate opposes China's use of its "One China Principle" and misrepresentation of Resolution 2758 to coerce other nations and isolate Taiwan from international participation. Furthermore, the Senate reaffirms support for Taiwan's diplomatic allies and encourages other nations to strengthen partnerships with Taiwan. It advocates for Taiwan's membership in international organizations where statehood is not a requirement and meaningful participation in others. The resolution also supports ensuring Taiwan passport holders can access UN grounds without requiring PRC-issued identification, recognizing Taiwan as a reliable and indispensable global partner.

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Bill from Previous Congress

SRES 118-687
A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate regarding United Nations General Assembly Resolution 2758 (XXVI) and the harmful conflation of China's "One China Principle" and the United States "One China Policy".
Feb 20, 2025
Introduced in Senate
Feb 20, 2025
Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text: CR S1135-1136)
Feb 21, 2025

Latest Companion Bill Action

HRES 119-148
Submitted in House
Mar 27, 2025
Committee on Foreign Relations. Ordered to be reported without amendment favorably.
Apr 28, 2025
Committee on Foreign Relations. Reported by Senator Risch without amendment and with a preamble. Without written report.
Apr 28, 2025
Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 56.
  • Bill from Previous Congress

    SRES 118-687
    A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate regarding United Nations General Assembly Resolution 2758 (XXVI) and the harmful conflation of China's "One China Principle" and the United States "One China Policy".


  • February 20, 2025
    Introduced in Senate


  • February 20, 2025
    Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text: CR S1135-1136)


  • February 21, 2025

    Latest Companion Bill Action

    HRES 119-148
    Submitted in House


  • March 27, 2025
    Committee on Foreign Relations. Ordered to be reported without amendment favorably.


  • April 28, 2025
    Committee on Foreign Relations. Reported by Senator Risch without amendment and with a preamble. Without written report.


  • April 28, 2025
    Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 56.

International Affairs

Related Bills

  • HRES 119-148: Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives regarding United Nations General Assembly Resolution 2758 (XXVI) and the harmful conflation of China's "One China Principle" and the United States "One China Policy".
AsiaChinaDiplomacy, foreign officials, Americans abroadInternational organizations and cooperationSovereignty, recognition, national governance and statusTaiwanVisas and passports

A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate regarding United Nations General Assembly Resolution 2758 (XXVI) and the harmful conflation of China's "One China Principle" and the United States'"One China Policy".

USA119th CongressSRES-86| Senate 
| Updated: 4/28/2025
The Senate expresses its sense regarding the distinction between the United States' "One China Policy" and China's "One China Principle," emphasizing that they are not equivalent. The U.S. policy acknowledges China's position but does not take a stance on Taiwan's sovereignty, advocating for a peaceful resolution of cross-Strait issues. In contrast, China's principle asserts that the People's Republic of China (PRC) is the sole sovereign nation and Taiwan is an inalienable part of China. The resolution clarifies that United Nations General Assembly Resolution 2758 (XXVI) solely addressed which government would represent "China" at the UN, not Taiwan's ultimate political status or sovereignty. It asserts that Resolution 2758 does not endorse the PRC's "One China Principle" and does not represent an international consensus on Taiwan's status. The Senate opposes China's use of its "One China Principle" and misrepresentation of Resolution 2758 to coerce other nations and isolate Taiwan from international participation. Furthermore, the Senate reaffirms support for Taiwan's diplomatic allies and encourages other nations to strengthen partnerships with Taiwan. It advocates for Taiwan's membership in international organizations where statehood is not a requirement and meaningful participation in others. The resolution also supports ensuring Taiwan passport holders can access UN grounds without requiring PRC-issued identification, recognizing Taiwan as a reliable and indispensable global partner.

Bill Text Versions

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2 versions available

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Timeline

Bill from Previous Congress

SRES 118-687
A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate regarding United Nations General Assembly Resolution 2758 (XXVI) and the harmful conflation of China's "One China Principle" and the United States "One China Policy".
Feb 20, 2025
Introduced in Senate
Feb 20, 2025
Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text: CR S1135-1136)
Feb 21, 2025

Latest Companion Bill Action

HRES 119-148
Submitted in House
Mar 27, 2025
Committee on Foreign Relations. Ordered to be reported without amendment favorably.
Apr 28, 2025
Committee on Foreign Relations. Reported by Senator Risch without amendment and with a preamble. Without written report.
Apr 28, 2025
Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 56.
  • Bill from Previous Congress

    SRES 118-687
    A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate regarding United Nations General Assembly Resolution 2758 (XXVI) and the harmful conflation of China's "One China Principle" and the United States "One China Policy".


  • February 20, 2025
    Introduced in Senate


  • February 20, 2025
    Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text: CR S1135-1136)


  • February 21, 2025

    Latest Companion Bill Action

    HRES 119-148
    Submitted in House


  • March 27, 2025
    Committee on Foreign Relations. Ordered to be reported without amendment favorably.


  • April 28, 2025
    Committee on Foreign Relations. Reported by Senator Risch without amendment and with a preamble. Without written report.


  • April 28, 2025
    Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 56.
James E. Risch

James E. Risch

Republican Senator

Idaho

Cosponsors (15)
Jeanne Shaheen (Democratic)Rick Scott (Republican)Tammy Duckworth (Democratic)Dan Sullivan (Republican)Catherine Cortez Masto (Democratic)Christopher A. Coons (Democratic)Todd Young (Republican)Tim Kaine (Democratic)Jacky Rosen (Democratic)Chris Van Hollen (Democratic)Michael F. Bennet (Democratic)Andy Kim (Democratic)John Cornyn (Republican)Jeff Merkley (Democratic)Pete Ricketts (Republican)

Foreign Relations Committee

International Affairs

Related Bills

  • HRES 119-148: Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives regarding United Nations General Assembly Resolution 2758 (XXVI) and the harmful conflation of China's "One China Principle" and the United States "One China Policy".
  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted
AsiaChinaDiplomacy, foreign officials, Americans abroadInternational organizations and cooperationSovereignty, recognition, national governance and statusTaiwanVisas and passports