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Stopped trains, rejected containers, unanswered customs applications - Lithuanian shipments to China continue to hang by a thread. Sometimes they get in, sometimes they do not. It is a nerve-wracking situation for the companies. Hope is now placed in Brussels. There, a trade instrument is taking shape that is supposed to provide help.
By Amelie Richter
The Baltic exit from China's Cooperation Initiative in Eastern and Central Europe became a reality last week. Latvia and Estonia followed Lithuania and announced their withdrawal from the 16+1 format. Is this the beginning of the end for the remaining 14+1 format?
By Amelie Richter
Can and should the EU become more involved in resolving tensions with China? A coordinated European approach is all the more important today, as trade is becoming increasingly political. At the same time, actions such as the creation of the Taiwan Office in Lithuania need to be better coordinated. Otherwise, the EU will be forced to collectively represent policies that are dictated by individual member states.
By Redaktion Table