Palau's President Surangel Whipps Jr. has sharply criticised China for undermining his country's sovereignty, calling on Beijing to respect international law and desist from coercive tactics. His remarks come ahead of Taiwanese President Lai Ching-te's visit to Palau, a diplomatic engagement
Taipei [Taiwan], March 30 (ANI): Palau President Surangel Whipps Jr has chided China's carrot and sticks approach which Beijing uses to undermine Taiwan's diplomatic alliances, saying the technique is 'counter-productive'.