Prime Minister, Roosevelt Skerrit, has stated that there must be a strict adherence to the One China Policy by all national leaders in Dominica “irrespective of partisan creed.”
He spoke at the ground breaking ceremony for the restoration of the West Coast Road in Macoucherie on August 22nd 2017.
“There is but one China and the greatest tribute that we can pay, as a nation to this dear friend, is to let it be known that strict adherence to the One China Policy is the resolve of all national leaders in Dominica, irrespective of partisan creed or affiliation,” he said.
He added that there can be no doubt in anyone’s mind where the best interest of Dominica lies, especially at this point in island’s development as a nation.
Skerrit spoke of those who continuously ridiculed China as a friend, “who has done, repeatedly, nothing but good for Dominica.”
In an apparent swipe at the United Workers Party (UWP) whose members returned to Dominica after visiting China for ten days, Skerrits said, “Indeed, we have observed that not only has the rhetoric subsided but indeed, like Doubtful Thomas, they asked and were granted the opportunity to thrust their hand in the side of the demonized, to make sure that indeed China was and is who it said it was and is.”
Skerrit said that he is hopeful that those who have now visited China will finally agree that China is “indeed for real,” and he looks forward to the day when such individuals “under the banner of their organisation” would “gladly and boldly” proclaim the One China Policy.
“Many of us did not have to visit China to appreciate its sincerity and commitment to friendship. But others who had their doubts, have now visited and I am hopeful that, though somewhat belatedly, they would come around to the viewpoint that China is indeed “for real”, as our younger folks would say,” Skerrit stated.
He remarked that he has observed that “certain individuals” were not in attendance at the ground breaking ceremony, but he is leaning on the belief that the situation is more of a consequence “of them being jet lagged” than “the familiar and characteristic rejection” of such invitations.
Come on know your place boy!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! grow up!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Everyone now accepts this international political situation, so what is PM Skerrit going on like an ignorant about? It is now internationally and universally accepted, since Taiwan’s UN engagement and participation came to an end in 1971: “China opposes this. It argues, correctly, that only sovereign states can enjoy membership in the UN; any state that manages to enter into the UN system as a full member in its own right is seen by the other member states as a fully-fledged independent country. China also claims Taiwan as part of its territory and denies that Taiwan is a sovereign state. Therefore, China is adamant about preventing recognition of Taiwan as a sovereign state and its membership in the UN system. So far China has been successful in this endeavor.”
https://www.brookings.edu/opinions/taiwans-un-dilemma-to-be-or-not-to-be/
I am so embarrassed by this PM’s little boy mannerisms, expressions, and petty way of representing the Commonwealth of Dominica in a diminished and demeaning way! The PM has no class, no decorum, no Statesmanship or diplomatic tact. He acts like any man on the street! Raise the standards and prestige of the Office of Prime Minister of the Commonwealth of Dominica. At the very least try to act and speak like a Statesman!
He is the PM. He has the right to inform nationals about it. You are trying to deny him his right as PM. You did not have to go so far as to state he has no class, etc. You are out of place. It is also disrespectful and rude of you. This is the problem with some of you. You cannot comment on a topic without throwing words and spewing insults. Bridle your mind and fingers on the keyboard.
skerrit, we don’t care what you want.
but what the people of Dominica want, jobs, opportunity, fairness, value for money governance, REPECT (YOU ARE TO DISRESPECTFUL) and zero tolerance with respect to corruption….. and when we get those things right, then righteousness will heal our nation
DNO
I read the caption of your report and was about to write “sorry Mr. Skerrit you are not in a position to want or determine that, then I read the report and what I read was:
“There is but one China and the greatest tribute that we can pay as a nation to this dear friend is to let it be known that strict adherence to the One China Policy is the resolve of all national leaders in Dominica irrespective of partisan creed or affiliation”
Does that equate to: “PM wants strict adherence to One China Policy by all national leaders” ? It sounds more like an idealistic wish. A want seems to me something that you are in a position to demand and sure enough people are commenting here in the context of your interpretation as contained in your caption.
Just wondering if my understanding of English is failing me and if as journalists we don’t have a higher responsibility to our readers
What is the ‘One China’ policy?
US President Donald Trump has agreed to honour the long-standing “One China” policy after previously placing it in doubt. The BBC explains this hugely sensitive diplomatic tightrope.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-china-38285354
The U.S. recognition of a “One China” policy stems from 1979, when the U.S. switched diplomatic recognition from Taiwan to the People’s Republic of China (PRC). “The Taiwan question bears on China’s sovereignty and territorial integrity and touches our core interests,” Chinese foreign ministry spokesman Geng Shuang said in January after President Trump questioned the “one China” policy. “Adherence to the one China principle serves as the political foundation for the development of China-U.S. ties. If this foundation is wobbled and weakened, then there is no possibility for the two countries to grow their relations in a sound and steady way and cooperate on key areas.” https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/2017/06/13/what-is-one-china-policy/102806774/
after 20 yrs DLP in office we don’t have an international airport, marina, mall, theater or an indoor sports facility smfh.
all other countries in the Caribbean have all of the above us alone dt behind.
Build them!
Taiwan is its own country. This is very disrespectful to another country. If everybody did what you are doing skerrit, no country this have ever obtained their independence. Smh! How dcans letting this idiot fool them so much? Chupe tan skerrit.
With due respect to Taiwan and its people, all countries now respect “China’s one policy.”
What the PM implied is that China has immensely helped Dominica and you should recognize that and have respect for China. The UN recognizes China as “one policy”. Why not others?
You have the right to think in whatever manner you feel you should. It is your opinion and no one can take it away from you. However respect China’s one policy.
Whether I am in Dominica or not, this is the stance I would take. I would not waste my time arguing about it, what I cannot change.
Is there any high ways in Dominica? The so- called EO leblanc high way consist of one lane out and one lane into the capital. Can someone help me understand that? Plz stop playing in the minds of Innosense people in Dominica.
It seems we are not reading, travelling or looking at international news.
You stated “we?” Who are the “we” you referred to? Not me!
Human rights, freedom of speech, the right to self-determination. If you have a conscience, these factors far outweigh bribery payments and backhanders. Skerritt is the next Madurro.
Roosevelt, are you a man or a mouse?
You speak like a child, in other words, you are kissing the Butt of the chines, and expect every other political leader in the Caribbean, and Dominica for that matter to kiss the behind of the Chines; hoping to get a free hand out! Roosevelt there are no free lunches where it pertains to the chines; to them it is strictly business, that is why China has one of the worlds largest economy, and they did not get their by kissing up to any world power such as the United States, or any European nation!
Your obsession with this nonsense, of complete adherence, proves you are a very weak and incompetent man to be a leader; that is why I question your sanity. When you advise leaders to adhere to the one Chine policy, all you are doing is tell people don’t stand on your own two feet ” hold fast, or stick to the Chines, glue, or fuse one self, to the Chines.
It is one thing to be loyal to a national cause but to ask a nation to kiss the gluteus…
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It is one thing to be loyal to a national cause but to ask a nation to kiss the gluteus of humans is disgraceful, and that’s what you are doing Roosevelt!
Adherence means a steady, or faithful attachment: to something. I think people should only be faithful to God; and not the bloody Chines government; If you Roosevelt or any other Dominica leader wish to become a hostage to China, do it on your own; however, not in the name of our people!
I noticed something; you are aging rapidly; let it be known, no amount of money can prevent aiging. No matter how much money we hide in a pillow, in plastic bags buried in the dirt under our house, or in a Bank in Switzerland; or multiple banks all over the world, or in banks in other people’s name when the time comes we leave it all behind.
Skerrit, here is a scripture that is similar in principle, to the One-China policy you want all national leaders to strictly adhere to: And without faith it is impossible to please him. The man who approaches God must have faith in two things, first that God exists and secondly that it is worth a man’s while to try to find God – Hebrews 11:6 (J.B. Phillips New Testament (PHILLIPS).
Emphasis is on The man who wants to receive from God and what that person Must Believe. Those that don’t want God don’t even have to believe this and truly they can believe what they want. Similarly, the one- China policy is ONLY for those seeking to establish relations with China and ONLY the government can, you can’t force it on anyone. Now China knows ur days are # and it’s just a matter of when the UWP will form the government and hence was their reason for inviting them to China. So don’t sweat Skerrit. China doesn’t need your help because like the old song ” No more love for U again”
If we are people of peace, we can get along with those who do not recognize God and tolerate them. God expects this of us. In the meantime we could pray for them and leave the rest up to God who will do what He has to do in His own good time. Keep in mind you are not God. Live and let live.
Bro Rosie slavery was abolished on August 1, 1834 in Dominica. I don’t want to be recolonize by no one. Start paying the civil servant more money to jump start the economy.The money is not trickling down my brother stop listening to those idiots that regurgitate the same rubbish every week.
China is a Communist State, Taiwan isn’t.
Think about that for a bit.
I’m sorry but Skerrit is making a fool of himself and his government. How could you as Prime Minister demand strict adherence to One China Policy by all national leaders? Does that make sense? Boss you are the government and you are the Prime Minister of Dominica and as long as you honestly and sincerely abide by the One-China policy, we good.
In fact China does not care or expect any strict adherence to the one China Policy from the opposition or any political leader because they are NOT the government of the day! The One-China policy is the policy that there is only one state called “China.”
As a policy, this means that countries seeking diplomatic relations with the People’s Republic of China (PRC, Mainland China) must break official relations with the Republic of China (ROC, Taiwan) and vice versa.[1][2] -https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/One-China_policy. STOP FOOLING LABORITES
When the opposition becomes government they have a right to accept or reject it though they…
As long as maintaining diplomatic relations with Mainland China is more beneficial than establishing relations with Taiwan, then I agree with the PM. However, if at some point things were to change and it became more beneficial to establish relations with Taiwan, then I say shift to Taiwan. It is the strategic interest of Dominica that must guide this decision not a blind well Labour supports mainland China and UWP Taiwan or vice versa.
Were still waiting to see the MOU that you have signed with China?
Jamaicans have sounded an alarm that will soon resonate throughout the neighborhood. They are not sleeping on these issues of colonialization of their land. Take notice Dominica!
Look, I’m not a Skerrit fan and have never vote for him. But it’s ridiculous to think this guy is walking on egg shells and not supporting the one China policy. He has been advocating these words for many years. So just because a person do not support or like the guy does nothing. This guy is glue to China and nothing will change that.
China is helping Dominica. Do you expect him, he being the PM to encourage nationals to speak ill of China and to denounce China?
The PM is correct. He sent a message to others for that same purpose, recognize the good that China has done for D/ca and have respect for China’s one policy. It is quite simple.
Do we not have other matters to see about, as our personal matters? Then see about them and leave China alone and be appreciative of what China has done for D/ca.
“PM Skerrit wants strict adherence to One China Policy by all national leaders”
Who the hell Skerrit think he is and where the hell does he think we Dominicans live, in some remote place in China, or in North Korea?
Dominicans have been asking strick adherence to account for the Bin Bobol money and Fertilizer bobol scandal, you run about selling passports and our diplomatic passports to all kind of old teeth around the globe and you have the audacity as the worse Prime Minister of Dominica to command what you want from us. Well, we will now dictate to you: Skerrit Go away.
Skerrit must Go
Skerrit must Go
Skerrit must Go
You have failed us: Go Go Go Go
Go and make him go na? Go to hell with your box of cochroaches!
Dominicans know that it was NG Lap Seng who facilitated the move for Dominica to establish rdiplomatic relations with China. where is Lap seng now? He is charged by US authorities with fraud and other CORRUPT, ILLEGAL acts and most likely will face some serious jail time.
Skerritt is so deceptive and will continue to lie to the Dominican people.
Who gave NG lap Seng, Monfared, Madueke, Susan Olde Leroy Parris, Francesco Corallo and the others our DIPLOMATIC PASSPORTS? How much millions was received for those Diplomatic passports? Who appointed those foreign individuals with DIPLOMATIC posts to represent Dominica? Dominicans knew absolutely nothing about those secret deals, until many were caught by INTERPOL and other anti-corruption agencies. These are FACTS that Skerritt and his Cabal just cannot refute.
Skerritt should be ashamed of his secret acts, that have brought Dominica and Dominicans to the lowest in the international arena.
Where are all those MILLIONS?
we agree but we need a change.
Come on Dr Skerrit, give them hooligans whipped and bath them in salt water after that gives only two tablets every 8hour workers supporters will learn one China policy.
China is not investing in Dominica because they love the Dominican people. Have you ever heard the words self interest? Presently they are making deep inroads in African and. Caribbean countries with investments in infrastructure and various businesses. They are no savior. They just want a foothold in these impoverished regions for their exploitative business practices. Beware of Chinese bearing gifts. They often mask their true intentions with acts of goodwill.
In case you have forgotten, if these islands as D/ca did not want independence when they were not yet ready, by far, to be independent, China would not have been helping them today. Those leaders of that time fought for Statehood and Independence from Great Britain when D/ca was not ready for that huge independent step. They did not want Great Britain to rule them. This is what they got. If today some oppose China’s help, keep that in mind. Who else would be there to assist D/ca and the other island/countries?
Some of you talk about Dominica being poor. Without China’s assistance, Dominica would be in a worst shape. Be fair and just.
There is only ever One Truth and this Dominican wants PM Skerrit’s adherence to telling the truth at all times.
Skerritt, can we have a strict adherence to the upholding of the good name of Dominica.I guess that is low priority for you.But for all Patriots this is Paramount.Skerritt,you have given and are giving a bad name to Dominica by your actions and the people you associate with in the name of development.Put your priorities in order.China can handle it’s own affairs with regards to it’s soverignety and one China policy.
Mr Skerrit when will you make an unequivocal statement on Chinas anti-corruption policy?
SKERRIT MUST GO
SKERRIT MUST GO
SKERRIT MUST GO NOW!
We are living in a democracy, not a dictatorship. If you want to adopt this one China policy, it’s your prerogative, but you cannot force it down anyone’s throat. China remains a communist country, and according to Amnesty International, “China has one of the worse record in human rights violations by harassment, surveillance, house arrest, and imprisonment of human rights defenders.” Now, you seems to be adopting some of these techniques by harassing members of the opposition.
Mr. Skerrit, is this like a Post It remind-myself-to-be-loyal-to-the-One-China-policy thing? Is China sending smoke signals that worry you and keep you up all night? Maybe the Chinese won’t tell you, but they are hinting and I will tell you explicity: Clean your act up sir, because the next move by China might not be a hint.
Yes, honourable prime minister Skerrit, these words are worth repeating. You have these guys in their tangled web. It takes an delusional person to think that Skerrit was not notified by the Chinese ambassador of the UWP’s trip to China. In this world of ours, there are leaders and there are followers; you are a leader and we know who are the followers.
Expat..Stop it.!Stop stressing yourself over the opposition’s trip to China.Accept it that Skerrit was unmasked,his lies exposed.China knows Dominica and its people, not an individual.To your question on the opposition’s policy on the one China policy,my answer to you is GO AND READ!!
SKERRIT MUST GO
SKERRIT MUST GO
SKERRIT MUST GO NOW!
Yes you Expat, like you are, you are the only loyal follower, a blind one I must Say. Good Bye, you and Skerrit stay in all you bobol and deception.
You idiot who bashes Linton and praise all corrupt activities on island,I am just a blogger like you,so dont you ever believe that I give advice to any party.You paint a dirty picture of the opposition,but you seem to be in exile,afraid or unable to come home.Are you one of the DLP imported voters? SHAMELESS SOUL!
SKERRIT MUST GO
SKERRIT MUST GO
SKERRIT MUST GO NOW!
China the new colonial master of the caribean. Just check how fed up the average Jamaican feels about them. Crooked politicians and the upper class people sell out
the country’s resources to benefit themselves and leaving nothing but misery for the youth and citizens in general. The war between the average Jamaican and the Chinese people there has begun and it’s not looking good. Just keep looking and listening.
What do you say of the US and Free Trade between the US and Canada?
The US brought it’s policy to Canada. One of it is part-time work. Canada adopted it. Part-time work means no benefit for those part-time workers.
Those who commenced working part-time had to work for three months before getting the benefit of the federal, provincial and municipal holidays. The government finally put a stop to it that every employee is entitled to be paid for those holidays. Much more could be stated.
Respect China’s policy. China has done much for those countries.
Nationals of those countries must ensure that they complete elementary and secondary school. If it is possible they should attend a college and graduate. After graduating they could seek employment. Once it is obtained, they will hopefully receive a decent salary. Their tax dollars will be helping their nation’s economy and to build up their country.
Those who criticize the government and China, take heed.
I am in full support and solidarity with the Jamaican people, they should chase these Chinese out of Jamaica! It’s seems to be in the genetics of the black race to be sellouts, just give them a pittance and they’ll sell their souls and birthright! It is said that all black leadasses and governments are rogues, the countries of Africa are examples of that!!!
China has made him rich; Therefore, China wants him to make all Dumb-inicans to bow to them.
You project ingratitude. D/cans must be appreciative of what China has done for their country.
But Skerrit out of pkace and really getting out of hand.
Sounds like a dictator.
The way china buy lennox so easy there I suspect Skerrit can buy lennox anytime
You have it up side down Skerrit avail himself to them because of greed not to really help you of Dominicans at large, he ask no question all he did was open his bag and take take take, Ask yourself what is in the MOU he signed with China that we Dominicans don’t know and why he’s not telling us , He speaks about the one China policy ask yourself why is he pushing it, what is he afraid of. China is all over the world doing business Dominica is no exception and they deal with Governments as well as Opposition parties as well so that’s not new. China invited the Opposition Party because they want to hear there plans for Dominica and it’s development that’s plus for us, but that’s to much for you to understand. It’s time you get to know Linton he’s not a man who can be bought, he want to see his Island and people lifted up from where they are today but he refuses to sell them out along with their birth rite which is Dominica to any one and that includes China.
Well said, Skerrit. Funny to see those “Johnny-come-lately” fellows crawl into their skin after visiting China.
so basically this launching ceremony for the repairs of road was just an opportunity to try and undermine the oppositions acceptance of an invitation to China? Skerrit I cannot wait for the day when you Mature. I am sure the country and its future will benefit tremendously from a mature leader not one who is always hell bent on scoring political points and creating more drama and division among Dominicans.
The only winners in all this is China and their insatiable appetite for retaining sovereignty over a few countries who have gained independence and are continuing to thrive, irrespective of China’s “One China Policy”!.
What is already rotten can not mature.
There you go, twisting and turning and undermining what the PM stated. You obviously did not comprehend what he stated and what he meant.
Skerrit, for what ever reason, you feel threatened, very scared and shaky. Is that why you were Missing in Action for so long. Please do not lecture top us on matters we know of, and in matters you are not sufficiently knowledgeable enough to ponder on. you are limited…..oppppps I forgot that you are doctored, from a land so far away.
You are right when you say sir, “the familiar and characteristic rejection”. I think that you are beginning to to get the picture, the Dominica people are rejecting you . The saying now is that
Skerrit must Go. Just Go
Question: Has Skerrit ever once explained the “One China Policy” or how Dominicans benefit from such allegiance?
Are all China’s “help” linked solely to this allegiance..? And at what point will Dominica be able to help itself..?
He did not say allegiance. You have your feelings, your policy and no one can take it away from you.
Actually, what I feel the PM meant is, respect China’s One Policy. China is a country. It has its own policy as any other government. Therefore, you are obligated to respect China’s policy. This is, not to interfere in it’s policy. Furthermore, since China has been generous to Dominica, consider that and have respect.
“He did not say allegiance. You have your feelings, your policy and no one can take it away from you.”
Facts: Madam Fictitious; whether you know it or not; whether, you believe it or not Roosevelt Skerrit is not a very intelligent person, hence his ideas of falling for this one China policy crap to means more than simple allegiance to China, and it government.
Reverence is what Roosevelt is implying: He is implying total submission of our peoples body mind and soul to the Chines rather than reverencing God our creator. The definition of One China Policy simply means becoming one with the Chines, be like the people of China, let the regime do all the thinking, and Dominica citizens simply say yes sir to everything he and his China handlers demand.
@:Francisco, you can write all kinds of nasty things about other people and the prime minister of Dominica, but check it out he is Dr.Pm Skerrit, and you are a sick bag that means God made him to be a leader and you a Loooooooooooooooooosers put that in your pipe and smoke it to hell
You that Man Dog deer, I doh have you on my agenda you know! Arguing with you will cause me to become like you; brainwashed, and a Roosevelt Skerrit flour cloth!
Him wiping him foot in you face!
I do not want to argue, but ask Dr Punjab (Roosbelt) that Mountain Chicken Carpaud (crapo yellow belly) Mentality Sir Knight Indian doctor of nothing in what discipline he majored to earn his title doctorate.
I bet you he will say to you; boy, Mr. Dog Eater, you crazy, I Roosebelt doh have de capacity to learn, so ah simply pay for a piece of paper an tell dem write Dr. Punjab on it oui! Dat is how I come doctor eh!
Hahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahah!
There are all kinds of losers in the world, I am not one of them, but you are all of them!
Please!!!!! Satellites of non
Skerrit you left STATE on the 6th of August, you returned around the 18th of August.
I am disregarding your piffle, WHEN WILL YOU HAVE A PRESS CONFERENCE??????
Why are you so disrespectful to us? You rather to cry for sympathy. Are your lies catching up with you? YOU WILL NOT GET IT FROM ME.
SKERRIT MUST GO
SKERRIT MUST GO
SKERRIT MUST GO NOW
U have too much tactics for them doctor.
Give dem blows in their…
After being out of state for so long, did SKERRIT HAVE A PRESS CONFERENCE????? It is clear that CHINA does not listen to you Skerrit or even hear you and your absurdity. They have indirectly snubbed you, your absurdity and who knows in which of their books that they presently have you. YOUR LIES ARE EXPOSED!!!STOP BEING A PETTY,IRRITANT, PETULANT CHILD. Are you now in a tantrum? Well you will stop fooling the unsuspecting Dominicans.
Stop the crying , go have a press conference.. Are the 17 other DLP misleaders talking to you?
SKERRIT MUST GO
SKERRIT MUST GO
SKERRIT MUST GO NOW
Dominica is doomed. These so-called political leaders never miss an opportunity to criticize one another. They don’t seem to be able to get out of campaign mode, they must have learned from Trump.
…. I see China and I see Taiwan two countries, irrespective of what the world says otherwise, unless they join to form one China, I will consider Taiwan separate. Is it written in the law books of Dominica that we must adhere….
I agree with you brother, it is ludicrous for Roosevelt Skerrit to dictate how we should think or act. If I want to call Taiwan buy its old colonial name of Formosa will he get his goons to arrest me? This is a free country and I can still express my opinion as I see fit. I don’t mind working together with China at all but don’t tell me what to say and do. You want me to insist that you must not lie at any time? That man is showing his true face as a dictator now just to try an impress the Chinese but I know they are not buying that at all. They seeing him as trouble and pathetic, trust me.
The Serenity Prayer
O God, grant me the serenity
To accept the things I cannot change
Courage to change the things I can
And the wisdom to know the difference.
Amen!
Roosevelt, you are ridiculous know, after you have been caught double dealing.
You will never learn respect and to respect the Prime Minister of Dominica. The PM has done you no harm. Accord him, also, his due rights and dignity as you expect others to do to you.
While I do respect the office of Prime Minister I am frank and tell you that I do not respect the man who occupies that office at present, because in my opinion he has put that office into disrepute.Iit is my right to say so. The office is one thing, its occupant another. You would not expect me to say that I should respect Hitler, Gadaffi or Sadam just because they happened to be leaders of their countries also.