Lin Chia-lung
Coverage of Lin Chia-lung in the Nexus archive.
- Taiwan tests economic leverage after Papua New Guinea closes representative office
Taiwan has halted spot purchases of liquefied natural gas (LNG) from Papua New Guinea (PNG) in response to PNG ordering the closure of Taiwan’s trade office, citing alignment with its One-China policy. Experts suggest the move signals a strategic adjustment in Taiwan’s informal diplomacy, using economic measures to deter other governments from downgrading ties.
- Taiwan’s foreign minister says Chinese pressure on countries over the island is a ‘new normal’
Taiwan’s foreign minister, Lin Chia-Lung, stated that Chinese pressure on countries to restrict Taiwan’s international participation has become a ‘new normal.’ Recent incidents include Taiwanese delegates being detained in Kenya during an ocean conference, with their passports and phones confiscated, allegedly due to Chinese influence.
- Taiwan doesn’t want ‘surprises’ during Trump-Xi meeting: ‘Not overly worried’
Taiwan is cautious about surprises during the meeting between US President Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping, with Taiwanese Foreign Minister Lin Chia-lung expressing confidence in US ties but wariness of unexpected developments. Taiwan is a key item on the agenda. The island nation wants to avoid surprises.