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February 25, 1960	Gazette of the State Council of the People's Republic of China, 1960, No. 6 (Overall Issue No. 200) Features a statement condemning U.S. plans to remove Chinese cultural relics from Taiwan, directives on vegetable production and rural oilseed cultivation, and new administrative setups in provinces like Yunnan and Hebei. This document summary was generated by an artificial intelligence language model and was reviewed by a Wilson Center staff member.
November 7, 1958	Gazette of the State Council of the People's Republic of China, 1958, No. 32 (Overall Issue No. 159) This issue announces China's formal establishment of diplomatic relations with Morocco and strongly condemns Thai authorities for persecuting Chinese immigrants, including arresting individuals and shutting down Chinese institutions under unfounded accusations of communist activities. It includes a proclamation by the Ministry of Defense addressing cross-strait relations with Taiwan, emphasizing peaceful negotiation while condemning US interference. The issue also highlights a report on the agricultural harvest and logistical efforts to transport produce efficiently, reflecting China's economic priorities in rural areas.
October 25, 1958	Gazette of the State Council of the People's Republic of China, 1958, No. 31 (Overall Issue No. 158) This issue announces China's recognition of Guinea's independence, marking a significant step in diplomatic relations and support for decolonization movements. It also outlines policies and achievements in autumn agricultural productivity, emphasizing technological improvements, increased yields, and proactive measures to counter natural disasters. The document denounces US interference in the Taiwan Strait, focusing on American military involvement and its perceived threats to China's sovereignty. Additionally, it addresses various administrative adjustments, including updates to customs regulations for cross-border travelers.
October 13, 1958	Gazette of the State Council of the People's Republic of China, 1958, No. 30 (Overall Issue No. 157) This issue highlights China's recognition of Guinea's independence, with official congratulations from Mao Zedong, Zhou Enlai, and Chen Yi, emphasizing solidarity and the establishment of diplomatic relations. It also addresses the importance of completing autumn agricultural tasks, including harvesting, planting, and preparations for increased productivity. Additionally, the document criticizes US involvement in the Taiwan Strait, specifically denouncing American military support for Taiwan and its role in regional tensions.
September 27, 1958	Gazette of the State Council of the People's Republic of China, 1958, No. 27 (Overall Issue No. 154) This issue features China's formal declaration of its territorial sea policy, emphasizing sovereignty over the Taiwan Strait and surrounding islands, congratulatory messages to Algeria on the establishment of its provisional government, and a directive on reforms to align the education system with socialist objectives.
July 3, 1957	Gazette of the State Council of the People's Republic of China, 1957, No. 27 (Overall Issue No. 100) This issue contains the text of Zhou Enlai's "Report on the Work of the Government," originally delivered on June 26, 1957. It also contains a protest of the United States' violation of the Korean armistice agreement by importing "new weapons" to South Korea, a note to the British Government protesting the UK's intervention in allowing Chiang Kai-shek's regime to land an aircraft in Hong Kong and bring supporters to Taiwan, Bulgaria-China economic relations, China-Czechoslovakia economic relations, and increasing cooking oil production.
May 16, 1957	Gazette of the State Council of the People's Republic of China, 1957, No. 20 (Overall Issue No. 93) This issue contains a statement about American forces in Taiwan, freight cars, taxation on small businesses, protection against wind disasters, prevention of sore diseases, the transition of apprentices to full time employees, and a change in diplomatic appointments to Albania.
January 10, 1960	Central Committee Taiwan Work Small Group Report to the Central Committee and Central Committee Guidance regarding the Situation at the 10th Session A group of senior CCP officials outline how the Party can both plan for a "military resolution while striving to achieve a peaceful resolution" with regards to Taiwan.
May 17, 1959	Several Notices from the Central Committee regarding Taiwan Work The CCP Central Committee outlines its strategy toward Taiwan and how provincial and municipal level bodies in the PRC can effectively contribute to undermining Chiang Kai-shek's rule.
October 17, 1958	CCP Central Committee Notice on the Current Situation in the Conflict with the United States The CCP Central Committee issues guidance on how the Party is navigating the struggle with the United States over Taiwan's future.