Paraguay Reaffirms Ties with Taiwan Amid Growing Chinese Influence
Paraguay’s foreign minister declares commitment to Taiwan during a visit, amid China's attempts to sway diplomatic relations in South America.
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Summary
During a visit to Taiwan, Paraguay's Foreign Minister reiterated the country's commitment to its relationship with Taiwan, rejecting any conditions to sever ties in favor of China. This announcement comes as Paraguay navigates a significant trade relationship with China, worth approximately $5 billion. Paraguay remains one of the few countries recognizing Taiwan amid China's efforts to isolate the island diplomatically. The minister's visit aims to strengthen ties with Taiwan while exploring investment opportunities for Paraguayan agricultural products, illustrating the complexities of international diplomacy in a region increasingly influenced by China.
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