China and Lithuania - A Dramatic Change in Relationship

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Lithuania used to have a close relationship with china. But since 20 20, and the election then of a china sceptic, centreright government, elations have rapidly deteriorated. China believed that lith Lithuania was in effect discarding its agreement to only recognize one china. And as a result, launched sweeping economic sanctions against the country.

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