RE: China wants in....22 Jul 2023 11:03
Nong Rong said that China was the first to recognize Timor-Leste's independence and establish diplomatic relations with Timor-Leste, and China-Timor-Leste relations have maintained a sound momentum of growth. Noting that the new government of Timor-Leste was just established, Nong Rong said that China is ready to work with Timor-Leste to strengthen high-level exchanges, advance high-quality Belt and Road cooperation, expand practical cooperation in infrastructure, agriculture, fishery, ***oil and gas***, among other fields, and carry out more "small yet smart" livelihood projects that bring tangible benefits in Timor-Leste. China will also provide more training opportunities for Timor-Leste, help the new government of Timor-Leste smoothly exercise governance, and upgrade China-Timor-Leste relations.
I sense Australia will be doing all they can not to lose out.. Gonna get interesting.. Let the auction begin..