Nauru Re-establishes Diplomatic Relations with China, Severing Ties with Taiwan

Taiwan Left with Only 12 Diplomatic Allies as Pacific Island Nation Switches Allegiance

Nauru, a small Pacific island nation, has formally re-established diplomatic relations with China, severing ties with Taiwan.
The move is seen as a significant victory for China in its goal of isolating Taiwan internationally.
Taiwan now has only 12 remaining diplomatic allies, including Guatemala, Paraguay, Palau, Tuvalu, the Marshall Islands, and the Vatican.
Nauru has switched allegiances between China and Taiwan multiple times since 1980, with the most recent switch to China occurring on January 15, 2024.
The United States, which maintains unofficial ties with Taiwan, described Nauru's decision as 'unfortunate' and 'disappointing.'