Taiwan in the hot seat during Paraguay presidential elections
1 year, 8 months ago

Taiwan in the hot seat during Paraguay presidential elections

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Paraguay’s presidential election features opposing views about whether to maintain diplomatic relations with Taiwan. Honduras announced that, after decades of having diplomatic relations with Taiwan, its government would switch to recognising the People’s Republic of China as the “only legitimate government that represents all of China”. “Taiwan is an inseparable part of Chinese territory,” the Honduras foreign ministry affirmed on March 26, echoing Beijing’s “One China” policy, which refutes any notion of the island’s independence. The US recently sanctioned Peña’s political mentor, former President Horacio Cartes, for undermining Paraguay’s democracy by “making cash payments to officials in exchange for their loyalty and support”. Han, Taiwan’s ambassador in Asunción, said in a statement that his embassy was holding talks with all “the main presidential candidates in these upcoming elections”, including Alegre.

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Paraguay expells Chinese envoy after he urges country to cut ties with Taiwan
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2 weeks, 4 days ago

Paraguay expells Chinese envoy after he urges country to cut ties with Taiwan

Firstpost  

In a curt statement, Paraguay’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs said it had revoked the visa of Xu Wei, a senior Chinese envoy to Latin America who was in Paraguay for an annual UNESCO meeting, declaring him persona non grata Paraguay on Thursday accused a Chinese diplomat of interfering with its domestic affairs and gave him 24 hours to leave the …

Paraguay kicks out a visiting Chinese envoy for urging its lawmakers to turn their backs on Taiwan
2 weeks, 5 days ago

Paraguay kicks out a visiting Chinese envoy for urging its lawmakers to turn their backs on Taiwan

CNN  

ASUNCIÓN, Paraguay AP — Paraguay on Thursday kicked out a Chinese envoy for allegedly interfering in its domestic affairs and urging the South American nation to break off ties and long friendship with Taiwan. In a curt statement, Paraguay’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs said it had revoked the visa of Xu Wei, a senior Chinese envoy to Latin America who …

Paraguay expels visiting Chinese envoy who urged lawmakers to reject Taiwan
2 weeks, 5 days ago

Paraguay expels visiting Chinese envoy who urged lawmakers to reject Taiwan

Al Jazeera  

China has made diplomatic inroads in Latin America, where trade concerns have led some countries to end relations with Taiwan. Xu allegedly told lawmakers that they must choose between relations with Taiwan and China after a surprise appearance at Paraguay’s Congress. On Wednesday, Xu skipped the UNESCO meeting and instead met with officials in Paraguay’s capital of Asuncion, where he …

Paraguay, one of Taiwan’s 12 remaining allies, says it won’t break ties in favor of China
3 weeks, 4 days ago

Paraguay, one of Taiwan’s 12 remaining allies, says it won’t break ties in favor of China

Associated Press  

TAIPEI, Taiwan — Paraguay’s foreign minister said his country is committed to its relationship with Taiwan and has no plans to break off their diplomatic relationship in favor of China as he visited the increasingly isolated island Friday. Paraguay is the only country in South America and one of 12 worldwide that recognizes Taiwan as a country, but it also …

Paraguay, one of Taiwan's 12 remaining allies, says it won't break ties in favor of China
3 weeks, 4 days ago

Paraguay, one of Taiwan's 12 remaining allies, says it won't break ties in favor of China

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Paraguay's foreign minister said his …

New Paraguay president stresses South American country’s ties with Taiwan at swearing-in ceremony
1 year, 4 months ago

New Paraguay president stresses South American country’s ties with Taiwan at swearing-in ceremony

Associated Press  

ASUNCIÓN, Paraguay — President Santiago Peña said Paraguay and Taiwan are “not just allies, but also brothers” when he was sworn in as the South American country’s new president on Tuesday. Peña took the presidential oath outside the government palace in the capital of Asunción in a ceremony attended by several regional leaders and Taiwan’s Vice President William Lai. “We …

New Paraguay president stresses South American country's ties with Taiwan at swearing-in ceremony
1 year, 4 months ago

New Paraguay president stresses South American country's ties with Taiwan at swearing-in ceremony

The Independent  

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Taiwan's Vice President leaves on Paraguay trip amid Chinese efforts to isolate the island
1 year, 4 months ago

Taiwan's Vice President leaves on Paraguay trip amid Chinese efforts to isolate the island

The Hindu  

Taiwan’s Vice President left on Saturday on a trip to Paraguay to reinforce relations with his government’s last diplomatic partner in South America at a time when China is stepping up efforts to isolate the self-ruled island democracy. Mr. Lai said he would meet officials of other governments ”so that the international society understands Taiwan is a country that persists …

Taiwan's vice president leaves on Paraguay trip amid Chinese efforts to isolate the island
1 year, 4 months ago

Taiwan's vice president leaves on Paraguay trip amid Chinese efforts to isolate the island

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Taiwan’s vice president leaves on Paraguay trip amid Chinese efforts to isolate the island
1 year, 4 months ago

Taiwan’s vice president leaves on Paraguay trip amid Chinese efforts to isolate the island

Associated Press  

TAIPEI, Taiwan — Taiwan’s vice president left Saturday on a trip to Paraguay to reinforce relations with his government’s last diplomatic partner in South America at a time when China is stepping up efforts to isolate the self-ruled island democracy. Lai said he would meet officials of other governments ”so that the international society understands Taiwan is a country that …

Paraguay 'would love' more trade with China, but Taiwan better for development
1 year, 5 months ago

Paraguay 'would love' more trade with China, but Taiwan better for development

The Hindu  

Paraguay "would love" to do more trade with China, but Taiwan offers the best bet for moving the largely agricultural economy up the value chain, the country's President-elect Santiago Pena said on Saturday on a visit to Taipei. Mr. Pena pledged during his election campaign to maintain more than six decades of relations with Taiwan despite pressure from Paraguay's agricultural …

Paraguay’s president-elect recommits to ties as Taiwan’s last ally in South America
1 year, 5 months ago

Paraguay’s president-elect recommits to ties as Taiwan’s last ally in South America

Associated Press  

TAIPEI, Taiwan — Paraguay’s president-elect, Santiago Pena, committed to maintaining diplomatic ties with Taiwan on Wednesday, going against a trend of Taipei’s diplomatic allies switching their allegiance to China. Pena, during a meeting with Taiwanese President Tsai Ing-wen, affirmed “our commitment as Paraguayans to stand with the people of Taiwan for the next five years.” Paraguay is one of only …

Paraguay’s president-elect begins Taiwan visit that’s meant to foster closer ties
1 year, 5 months ago

Paraguay’s president-elect begins Taiwan visit that’s meant to foster closer ties

Associated Press  

TAIPEI, Taiwan — Paraguay’s president-elect, Santiago Pena, landed in Taipei on Tuesday for a visit meant to reinforce relations between Taiwan and one of its few remaining diplomatic allies. Pena, who takes office next month, is to meet with top political leaders including President Tsai Ing-wen and Vice President William Lai, who is also the governing Democratic Progressive Party’s candidate …

Paraguay president-elect says will strengthen ties with Taiwan
1 year, 7 months ago

Paraguay president-elect says will strengthen ties with Taiwan

Al Jazeera  

Relations with the island loomed large in the election, after other countries in Latin America moved to cut ties. Paraguay’s President-elect Santiago Peña has said he will continue to strengthen ties with Taiwan, following a bruising campaign that saw relations with the self-governing island thrown into question. The statement, which followed a congratulatory call from Taiwanese President Tsai Ing-wen, indicated …

Paraguay: Ex-president’s influence in question after victory
1 year, 7 months ago

Paraguay: Ex-president’s influence in question after victory

Associated Press  

ASUNCIÓN, Paraguay — Conservative Santiago Peña’s overwhelming win in Paraguay’s presidential election not only reaffirmed the long-ruling Colorado Party’s hold on power but raised questions about the future role of his powerful political mentor, who has been accused of corruption by the United States. While celebrating the victory, Peña openly thanked his mentor, former President Horacio Cartes, who was standing …

Santiago Pena wins Paraguay election after hard-fought campaign
1 year, 7 months ago

Santiago Pena wins Paraguay election after hard-fought campaign

Al Jazeera  

Pena’s conservative Colorado Party was facing a tough challenge from the left over corruption, and poverty. Santiago Pena has won Paraguay’s election, returning the conservative Colorado Party to government after a tightly-contested campaign that had threatened to end its seven-decade hold on power. “We have a lot to do, after the last years of economic stagnation, of fiscal deficit, the …

Polls open in Paraguay elections, with Taiwan ties in the balance
1 year, 7 months ago

Polls open in Paraguay elections, with Taiwan ties in the balance

Al Jazeera  

Polling stations have opened across Paraguay as voters pick a president they hope will tackle endemic corruption, rising crime and economic inequality, with the election potentially impacting the country’s future ties with Taiwan. When asked about the Paraguayan equivalent of Colombian drug lord Escobar, Alegre responded: “Cartes, he is the Pablo Escobar of Paraguay and his hand-picked candidate, Santiago Pena …

WATCH: China threatens reprisal as Taiwan President Tsai Ing-wen arrives in the US – Firstpost
1 year, 8 months ago

WATCH: China threatens reprisal as Taiwan President Tsai Ing-wen arrives in the US – Firstpost

Firstpost  

Taiwan’s President Tsai Ing-wen arrived in New York Wednesday for a visit that has triggered threats of reprisal by China if she meets with House speaker Kevin McCarthy – and US warnings for Beijing not to overreact. Taiwan's President Tsai Ing-wen has arrived in New York on a visit that has triggered threats of reprisal by China if she meets …

Paraguay leader praises Taiwan as ‘lighthouse of democracy’
1 year, 10 months ago

Paraguay leader praises Taiwan as ‘lighthouse of democracy’

Associated Press  

TAIPEI, Taiwan — The outgoing president of Paraguay, whose country is one of Taiwan’s few remaining diplomatic allies, spoke of his admiration for the island democracy while on a state visit to Taipei on Thursday. “In the face of continued threats and the tense situation, Taiwan’s people have not given up their resolution for peace, continuing to play the role …

Taiwan vice president heads to Honduras to work on shaky alliance
2 years, 10 months ago

Taiwan vice president heads to Honduras to work on shaky alliance

Al Jazeera  

Honduran President-elect Xiomara Castro had floated the idea of re-establishing ties with China, before backtracking. Taiwan’s Vice President William Lai is travelling to Honduras to attend the swearing-in of the nation’s next president, Xiomara Castro, and shore up a shaky relationship with the South American country. Speaking at Taiwan’s main international airport on Tuesday, Lai said he would bring supplies …

EXPLAINER: Why did China woo away Nicaragua from Taiwan?
3 years ago

EXPLAINER: Why did China woo away Nicaragua from Taiwan?

Associated Press  

BEIJING — Nicaragua’s decision to sever diplomatic links with Taiwan and recognize China leaves the self-governing island democracy with just 14 diplomatic allies. Nicaragua’s authoritarian President Daniel Ortega has increasingly found himself an international pariah, with the United States denouncing last month’s presidential polls as a “pantomime election.” That may have prompted Ortega to take up an offer from China, …

Incoming Honduras gov’t to keep Taiwan ties for now: Officials
3 years ago

Incoming Honduras gov’t to keep Taiwan ties for now: Officials

Al Jazeera  

Comments come a day after Nicaragua broke off diplomatic relations with Taiwan to resume ties with China. The incoming Honduran government will maintain diplomatic ties with Taiwan for now, officials have said, a day after neighbouring Nicaragua broke off diplomatic relations with Taipei to re-establish ties with Beijing. Gerardo Torres, the party’s secretary of international relations and a member of …

Nicaragua cuts diplomatic ties with Taiwan to align with Beijing
3 years ago

Nicaragua cuts diplomatic ties with Taiwan to align with Beijing

Al Jazeera  

Taiwan expresses ‘great regret’ at move which leaves it having formal ties with only 14 countries. The Government of the Republic of Nicaragua today breaks diplomatic relations with Taiwan and ceases to have any contact or official relationship.” Three hours after Nicaragua’s announcement, China’s State Council Information Office said the two signed a joint communique on the resumption of diplomatic …

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