South Africa Relocates Taiwan's Office Amid China Tensions

South Africa has instructed Taiwan to move its unofficial embassy from Pretoria to Johannesburg, aligning with China's diplomatic stance.

South Africa has given Taiwan six months to relocate its de facto embassy from the capital, Pretoria, to Johannesburg.
The move is seen as an effort to align with China's one-China policy, as South Africa and China share strong economic ties.
Taiwan criticized the decision, suggesting it was made under pressure from China, and is considering closing South Africa’s liaison office in Taiwan.
South Africa maintains that the relocation reflects the non-political nature of its relationship with Taiwan, rebranding the office as a trade office.
China has welcomed South Africa's decision, viewing it as a reaffirmation of the one-China principle.