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The Trouble With Taiwan’s Diplomatic Allies
May 12, 2023

The Trouble With Taiwan’s Diplomatic Allies

By Ross Feingold
All too often, Taiwan looks the other way as its formal partners commit human rights abuses.

Taiwan’s Future in Latin America
May 11, 2023

Taiwan’s Future in Latin America

Patricio Giusto, Julieta Heduvan, and Brian Hioe discuss the future of Taiwan's diplomatic recognition in Latin America.
Taiwan’s Foreign Policy Shift to Unofficial Ties Needs a Balanced Strategy
April 15, 2023

Taiwan’s Foreign Policy Shift to Unofficial Ties Needs a Balanced Strategy

By Ray Wang
Taiwan’s public is increasingly apathetic about the count of diplomatic allies. But can Taiwan afford to give up these partnerships?

Honduras’ China Switch and the Aftershocks
March 28, 2023

Honduras’ China Switch and the Aftershocks

By Wang Linbin
Honduras has officially terminated diplomatic relations with Taipei and embraced Beijing instead. Given China’s positioning in Latin America, this is not an isolated event.

Honduras Announces Intention to Drop Taiwan, Recognize China
March 16, 2023

Honduras Announces Intention to Drop Taiwan, Recognize China

By Brian Hioe
President Xiomara Castro is making good on a campaign promise to switch diplomatic recognition to China.

How Taiwan Become a Key Issue in Paraguay’s Presidential Election
March 11, 2023

How Taiwan Become a Key Issue in Paraguay’s Presidential Election

By Julieta Heduvan and Juan Manuel Harán
With economic pressure building for a change, Paraguay’s presidential race could determine the future of Taiwan’s presence in South America.

Taiwan’s Diplomatic Crossroads
January 19, 2023

Taiwan’s Diplomatic Crossroads

By Wang Linbin
Nancy Pelosi’s visit to Taiwan in August 2022 provoked a flurry of visitors from liberal democracies. Will Taiwan prioritize these countries over its formal diplomatic allies?  
The South American Election That Has Taiwan Scrambling
January 18, 2023

The South American Election That Has Taiwan Scrambling

By Gabriel Cohen
Paraguay’s upcoming election in late April could see the country establish ties with China at long last. Taipei is predictably worried.

Did Costa Rica’s Decision to Recognize China Pay Off?
November 23, 2022

Did Costa Rica’s Decision to Recognize China Pay Off?

By Nohelia Rivera-Matias
15 years after Costa Rica became the first Central American state to switch recognition from Taiwan, has San Jose capitalized on the change?

Saint Vincent and the Grenadines’ Diplomatic Efforts During the Latest Taiwan Strait Flare-up
September 10, 2022

Saint Vincent and the Grenadines’ Diplomatic Efforts During the Latest Taiwan Strait Flare-up

By Nand C. Bardouille
The prime minister of Saint Vincent and the Grenadines visited Taiwan even while China’s military drills surrounding the island were ongoing. Here’s why.

Taiwan’s Future in Latin America and the Caribbean
September 01, 2022

Taiwan’s Future in Latin America and the Caribbean

By Ryan C. Berg and Wazim Mowla
Eight of Taiwan’s 14 diplomatic allies are in the Western hemisphere. How can Taipei – and Washington – keep these partners on side?
Taiwan Fights for Its Diplomatic Survival in Latin America
May 16, 2022

Taiwan Fights for Its Diplomatic Survival in Latin America

By Patricio Giusto and Juan Manuel Harán
How long will the region’s smaller, cash-strapped countries be able to remain aligned with Taipei?  

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