Taiwan reviews Papua New Guinea LNG imports after economic office’s forced closure
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Papua New Guinea forced the closure of Taiwan's unofficial representative office, citing commitment to the one-China policy. In response, Taiwan is reviewing its liquefied natural gas imports from PNG. The move comes ahead of the 50th anniversary of diplomatic ties between PNG and China. China's foreign ministry responded to the development.
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Papua New Guinea's closure aligns it firmly with China's One-China policy.
Foreign Minister Justin Tkatchenko said the move reflected the government’s “unwavering commitment to the one-China policy”.
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Foreign Minister Justin Tkatchenko said the move reflected the government’s “unwavering commitment to the one-China policy”.
South China Morning Post- Papua New Guinea's closure aligns it firmly with China's One-China policy.
- China's foreign ministry spokesman swiftly commented, indicating Beijing's interest.
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Foreign Minister Justin Tkatchenko said the move reflected the government’s “unwavering commitment to the one-China policy”.
South China Morning PostTaiwan is reviewing liquefied natural gas (LNG) imports from Papua New Guinea.
South China Morning PostPNG announced last week that it would immediately shut down the office.
South China Morning PostThe closure is ahead of the 50th anniversary of the country’s diplomatic ties with Beijing.
South China Morning PostChinese foreign ministry spokesman Lin Jian responded swiftly.
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