Market Chatter: Taiwan, Lithuania Suspend New Investment Talks
Taiwan's Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) confirmed on Tuesday that discussions with Lithuania on a new economic cooperation initiative have been temporarily suspended, Focus Taiwan reported Tuesday, citing Lithuanian media sources.The pause comes as Lithuania forms a new coalition government in Vilnius, slowing progress on the planned initiative. MOFA spokesperson Hsiao Kuangwei said Taiwan remains committed to strengthening trade and economic ties, according to the report.The comments followed Lithuanian media reports this week that pointed to domestic political changes behind the suspension, according to the report.(Market Chatter news is derived from conversations with market professionals globally. This information is believed to be from reliable sources but may include rumor and speculation. Accuracy is not guaranteed.)