Lithuania to set up offices in Taiwan and other Asian countries

Lithuania announced plans to establish representative offices in Taiwan and several other Asian countries on July 1, for the purpose of increasing its export markets.

Lithuanian Minister of Foreign Affairs Gabrielius Landsbergis stressed the importance of promoting democracy and freedom while boosting the Baltic nation's exports. He made the remarks at a virtual meeting joined by 62 Lithuanian officials posted in foreign missions as well as international organizations, according to CNA.

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Lithuania to set up offices in Taiwan. (Source from Facebook)

Building a presence in the Asia-Pacific through trade is a priority on Lithuania’s diplomatic agenda. In addition to setting up an embassy in Australia, plans are underway to open offices in Taiwan, South Korea, and Singapore, said Landsbergis.

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Lithuania to set up offices in Taiwan. (Source from Facebook) 

The foreign minister emphasized the move is not intended to counter China but to reach out to the Indo-Pacific region out of national interest. It is hoped the strategy will enable the country to avoid being subject to political pressure from China by becoming over-reliant on its economy, he said.