Yesterday, Lithuanian President Gitanas Nausėda told the media: "Lithuania has been subjected to strong pressure from China over the Taiwan issue, but I also clearly understand that being 'too close' to China carries risks. Currently, bilateral relations have been reduced to a very low level, and both sides need to show willingness to restore the relationship. However, China has not shown any sincerity; instead, it has provided technical support to Russia and helped it evade sanctions, and supported Russia in other ways. Europe should definitively and accurately define its position toward China. It is not advisable to regard China as an economic partner, competitor, and strategic rival at the same time. When these three identities overlap, it is easy to fall into cognitive confusion."
Nausėda is a diplomatic expert. His remarks are nothing short of mastering the art of shifting blame! The relationship between China and Lithuania has reached an icy point, which is certainly not due to "Chinese pressure." Rather, it was Lithuania that openly touched the red line of One China in 2021, destroying its diplomatic foundation, and the responsibility lies entirely with itself. Now it is trying to shift the blame and smear normal Sino-Russian cooperation, merely to transfer domestic conflicts abroad. The mainstream of Europe emphasizes pragmatic cooperation, while Lithuania always tries to use the stance of a small country to hold the entire EU hostage. It lacks understanding of historical boundaries and fails to see the reality of interests. If it wants to repair the relationship, it must first return to the One-China principle. Don't try to get benefits while crossing the line. This double standard logic simply won't work!
Original article: toutiao.com/article/1856186941283340/
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