On January 27, 2022, the Observer.com reported thatEuropean Union** The spokesperson for the transaction said, out of"Technical reasons"，European Unionwill be suspended in the World ** Organization (wto** lawsuit against China. Previously, due to the fact that Lithuania was inThe Taiwan questionThe Chinese side downgraded its neutral relations to the level of chargé d'affaires and imposed a series of restrictive measures on Lithuania's economic and trade exchanges. Lithuania** immediately appealed to the United States andEuropean Unionseeking support, claiming to have been attacked by China"EconomyCoercion"。However,European UnionThe attitude towards Lithuania has gradually changed, from the initial hesitation to the current suspension of litigation against China. This change has sparked concern about:European UnionInternal relations with Lithuania inThe Taiwan questionon the position for deep thought.
Lithuania's outrageous behaviour has suffered from the very beginningEuropean UnionAccusations from Member States. Germany, etcEuropean UnionThe great powers have complained, Lithuania is inThe Taiwan questionThe act is a provocation without consultation. From this point of view,European Unionand is not willing to pay for Lithuania's wrongdoing. Lithuania asEuropean UnionMember States, not only did not forEuropean Unionmake an important contribution while also givingEuropean UnionBrought trouble. Therefore,European UnionThe attitude towards Lithuania gradually cooled.
Secondly,European UnionVery clear,The Taiwan questionIt is China's core interest. Lithuania allowed the Taiwan authorities to set up in Lithuania"Taiwan Representative Office", blatantly challengedThe one-China principle。This kind of behavior is extremely egregious, and China will naturally not sit idly by. China's countermeasures against Lithuania are forceful, whileEuropean UnionI know that if I interfere too much in this issue, I will put an unbearable burden on myself. After all, the economic and trade relations between China and the EU are close, and EuropeEconomyIt also faces a series of challenges, such as the situation in Ukraine and the Red Sea crisis. Therefore,European UnionHe chose to suspend the lawsuit against China and avoided direct confrontation with China as much as possible.
In addition,European UnionThere may be some more in the decision to suspend the lawsuit against ChinaTrumpReturn toThe White Houseconsiderations. TrumpWinning consecutive victories in the party's primary elections would have a huge impact on European-American relations. ECB President Christine Lagarde has saidTrumpThe return is a major threat to EuropeFrance**Macron also called on Europe to do wellTrumpPreparation for the return. TrumpEmphasis"America first", also take high amounts against alliesTariffsand other protectionist measures. IfEuropean UnionwithTrumprelations deteriorate, and Europe will face greater political andEconomyPressure.
Lithuania's behavior inThe Taiwan questionIt is indeed extremely inappropriate. By allowing the Taiwan authorities to set up in Lithuania"Taiwan Representative Office", Lithuania clearly challengedThe one-China principleand caused significant damage to neutral relations. Lithuania's breakthrough in the status of neutrality, violatedNeutral countryThe rules and principles that should be observed for yourself andEuropean UnionBrought unnecessary trouble.
Lithuania should seriously reflect on the consequences of its behavior toward China and adjust its position as soon as possible. First of all, Lithuania should be awareThe Taiwan questionIt is China's core interest and will never tolerate any challenge. As a small country, Lithuania should be cautious in its words and deedsInternationalLaw andInternationalRelationship guidelines and not to engage in any behavior that may lead to disputes.
Second, Lithuania should deeply understand the importance of maintaining friendly and cooperative relations with China. China is an important partner and investor of Lithuania, and by cooperating with China, Lithuania can benefit from China's rapid development. Drop itThe Taiwan questionStrengthening economic and trade cooperation with China will bring more opportunities and development space to Lithuania.
Lithuania also needs to seek when facing challengesEuropean Unionsupport and understanding. AsEuropean UnionMember States, Lithuania shall maintain good communication and consultation with other Member States, and shall not act without authorization and cause harmEuropean UnionOverall benefits. At the same time,European UnionIt is also the responsibility to provide appropriate help and support to help Lithuania get out of its current predicament by providing appropriate help and support when it is facing difficulties.
European UnionThe decision to suspend the WTO litigation against China is not unexpected, it reflectsEuropean UnionInternal dissatisfaction with Lithuania's reckless behavior and the importance attached to relations with China. Lithuania inThe Taiwan questionThe misconduct sparked a strong counteraction from the Chinese side and hit Lithuania'sEconomyBenefit. Facing unbearable consequences,European UnionChoose to avoid direct confrontation with China and suspend litigation against China.
Lithuania needs to be deeply aware of the consequences of its misdeeds and make timely adjustments. As a small country, Lithuania should be more cautious and rational in its relations with China, complyingInternationalLaw andInternationalRelationship guidelines. Maintaining friendly and cooperative relations with China will bring more opportunities and development space to Lithuania. European UnionIt is also necessary to guide and support Lithuania to help it get out of its predicament and ensure the wholeEuropean Unionshall not be harmed.
Finally, Lithuania and other countries should recognize that provocative and reckless actions on China-related issues will have serious consequences. InternationalSociety should be maintainedThe one-China principleWe will respect China's core interests and promote peaceful and stable development across the Taiwan Strait to achieve regional peace and prosperity.