China lauds Papua New Guinea over decision to shut Taiwan office

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China applauds Papua New Guinea's decision to close the Taiwan office, a move protested by Taiwan for lack of consultation. The decision continues to strain cross-strait and regional diplomatic relations.

Taiwan's Foreign Ministry said the decision was made without consultation and it lodged a formal protest with Papua New Guinea, adding that the office continued normal operations.

World Politics China Papua New Guinea Taiwan office closure diplomatic protest cross-strait relations

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