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U.S. Congress members write to Lithuania urging continued support for Taiwan
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U.S. Congress members write to Lithuania urging continued support for Taiwan

From Delfi · () Lithuanian

Translated from Lithuanian, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • U.S. Congressional members urged Lithuania to maintain strong relations with Taiwan, emphasizing Lithuania's role in defending democratic values.
  • The lawmakers praised Lithuania's decision to leave China's 17+1 format and allow Taiwan to open a representative office in Vilnius.
  • The letter also highlighted shared concerns about China's support for Russia's war in Ukraine and encouraged continued support for Taiwan.

Members of the U.S. Congress have penned a letter to Lithuanian leaders, strongly advocating for the continuation of close and business-like relations with Taiwan. The U.S. lawmakers underscored Lithuania's significant role in upholding democratic values and resisting authoritarian influence.

Since Lithuania rejected the communist regime, our countries have defended freedom and democracy together in Europe, the Western Hemisphere, and the Indo-Pacific region.

โ€” U.S. Congress membersIn a joint letter to Lithuanian leaders, highlighting shared democratic values.

The letter, signed by chairs of the Congressional Taiwan Caucus, including Mario Diaz-Balart and Ami Bera, was addressed to Lithuanian President Gitanas Nausฤ—da, Prime Minister Mindaugas Sinkeviฤius, and other key officials. It expressed deep appreciation for Lithuania's friendship and consistent support for global freedom, noting the shared commitment to democracy since Lithuania's transition from communism.

U.S. politicians specifically commended Lithuania's 2022 withdrawal from the "17+1" cooperation format initiated by China, viewing it as a demonstration of leadership. They also recognized Lithuania's 2021 decision to permit Taiwan to establish a representative office in Vilnius under the name "Taiwanese Representative Office." The lawmakers acknowledged the pressure countries face from China for engaging with Taiwan but urged Lithuania to prioritize relationships with like-minded democratic partners.

We respectfully urge you to continue to support close and business-like relations with Taiwan, which has been a reliable and trusted partner for our countries for decades.

โ€” U.S. Congress membersIn a joint letter to Lithuanian leaders, encouraging continued support for Taiwan.

Furthermore, the letter touched upon geopolitical concerns, stating that China continues to enable Russia's war against Ukraine, which contradicts European interests. The U.S. representatives respectfully called upon Lithuania to maintain its courageous support for Taiwan, characterizing Taiwan as a reliable and trusted partner for both Lithuania and the United States over decades.

The PRC also continues to enable Russia to continue its war against Ukraine, which contradicts European interests.

โ€” U.S. Congress membersIn a joint letter to Lithuanian leaders, referencing China's role in the Russia-Ukraine war.
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Originally published by Delfi in Lithuanian. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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