Key facts
- Taiwan confirmed plans to open a second quasi-diplomatic mission in the Philippines.
- Taiwan's Foreign Minister Lin Chia-lung emphasized strengthening ties with the Philippines.
- China sharply condemned the planned mission.
Taiwan's top diplomat, Foreign Minister Lin Chia-lung, has confirmed plans to establish a second quasi-diplomatic mission in the Philippines, a move intended to bolster bilateral relations. This initiative comes as Taiwan seeks to push back against Beijing's increasing pressure on Taipei's overseas missions. China reacted sharply to the news, stating that the move was 'doomed'. The confirmation follows earlier reporting by Nikkei Asia on the planned expansion of Taiwan's presence in the Philippines.