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China ramps up diplomatic pressure on Taiwan, PNG closes office - Crypto Briefing
Why it matters
PNG's rejection of Chinese pressure to downgrade Taiwan ties signals resilience in the immediate Indo-Pacific against Beijing's coercive diplomacy, reinforcing Australia's alliance position in its Northern Arc. However, China's intensifying diplomatic offensive indicates a sustained push to isolate Taiwan and expand influence among Pacific states, requiring sustained Australian engagement to maintain regional cohesion.
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