one-China policy
Coverage of one-China policy in the Nexus archive.
- PNG’s closure of Taiwan trade office signals expanded economic ties with China
Papua New Guinea (PNG) closed Taiwan’s trade office in Port Moresby, aligning with its One-China Policy and signaling potential economic expansion with China. The move, explained as unwavering commitment to the One-China Principle, prompted Taiwan to halt liquefied natural gas (LNG) spot purchases, while Beijing pledged to increase LNG imports from PNG.
- 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 reviews Papua New Guinea LNG imports after economic office’s forced closure
Taiwan is reviewing liquefied natural gas (LNG) imports from Papua New Guinea following the closure of Taipei’s unofficial representative office. Papua New Guinea stated the move reflects its commitment to the one-China policy ahead of its 50th anniversary of diplomatic ties with Beijing.