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US tweets support for Taiwan's participation in UN, China protestes

The tweet from the US Mission to the United Nations said the 193-member global organization was founded to serve all voices, welcome a diversity of views and perspectives and promote human rights

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China claims sovereignty over self-ruled Taiwan and uses its diplomatic clout to stop the island from joining any organizations that require statehood for membership.. Photo: Reuters

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The US tweeted its support for Taiwan's participation in the United Nations (UN) on Friday, provoking a sharp response from China, with Beijing expressing strong indignation and firm opposition.

The tweet from the US Mission to the UN said the 193-member global organization was founded to serve all voices, welcome a diversity of views and perspectives, and promote human rights.

It said, "UN was founded to serve as a venue for all voices, a forum that welcomes a diversity of views & perspectives, & promotes human freedom. Barring #Taiwan from setting foot on UN grounds is an affront not just