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International Business Times
International Business Times
Business
Hiroshi Hiyama and Katie Forster

EXPLAINED: Palau confirms major cyberattack points to china - The Real Truth

Palau's President Surangel Whipps said a cyberattack had given his country a 'wake-up call' (Credit: AFP)

Palau's President Surangel Whipps on Wednesday said the tiny country, one of Taiwan's few diplomatic allies, had suffered a major cyberattack, pointing the finger at China.

The Pacific archipelago is one of just 12 states worldwide that diplomatically recognise self-ruled Taiwan, which China insists is part of its territory.

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