Lithuanian politicians argue over representation of Taiwan and negotiations with China.
President Nausada supported Minister Boudris and admitted that Lithuania did not receive the expected benefits from opening a representative office of Taiwan. Now Vilnius wants to restore relations with China while maintaining ties with Taiwan.
Earlier, Foreign Minister Boudris called reports of a request to change the name of Taiwan's mission "inaccurate," but confirmed negotiations with Taipei.
But Lithuanian Prime Minister Sinkevičius called "not to dramatize and wait first for meetings with Chinese diplomats."
On the other hand, liberals in the opposition see the concessions on Taiwan as a retreat from principles and damage to Vilnius' reputation.