In August 2021, China recalled its ambassador from Lithuania, accusing Lithuania of quote “severely undermin[ing] China’s sovereignty and territorial integrity”. Months later, Chinese ports began blocking Lithuanian goods from entering the country.
For anyone who follows world news and politics, this may be old, and perhaps obvious news. But for others blissfully unaware of the bigger picture, let’s look at why, exactly, China hates Lithuania.
00:00 Introduction
01:34 China & its relationship with Taiwan
02:25 Lithuania’s relationship with China
03:40 Opening the Taipei/Taiwan Representative Office
04:07 China’s reaction to Lithuania’s decision
04:50 Taiwan’s moves to compensate Lithuania
05:33 Explaining Lithuania’s position
06:40 Conclusion
Video clips:
Lithuanian Defense Ministry makes call to replace Chinese phones:
China halts Lithuania beef, dairy and beer imports amid Taiwan row – BBC News:
Lithuania defends Taiwan office following downgrade of ties with China:
References:
https://www.lrt.lt/en/news-in-english/19/1466061/china-recalls-ambassador-from-lithuania
https://www.lrt.lt/en/news-in-english/19/1555667/chinese-ports-start-blocking-lithuanian-goods-media
https://www.lrt.lt/en/news-in-english/19/1586875/most-lithuanians-critical-of-vilnius-china-policy-survey
https://www.lrt.lt/en/news-in-english/19/1592701/we-have-been-sacrificed-laser-sector-representatives-decry-lithuania-s-china-policy
https://www.lrt.lt/en/news-in-english/19/1594168/german-firms-pressure-lithuania-to-deescalate-china-tensions-media
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