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Paraguay Ousts Chinese Envoy and Reaffirms Alliance With Taiwan

Paraguay’s expulsion of Beijing’s envoy over alleged interference precedes Taiwan President Lai Ching-te’s visit in August

Taiwan President Lai Ching-te delivers a speech on anniversary of the end of World War Two in Europe in Taipei, Taiwan May 8, 2025. REUTERS/Ann Wang/File photo
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William Lai (left) observes a drill at a naval base in Kaohsiung on Monday, part of the annual Han Kuang military exercise. Photo: EPA

Overview

  • President Santiago Peña declared Paraguay will defend its 68-year diplomatic bond with Taiwan as rooted in democratic values.
  • Authorities declared Chinese envoy Xu Wei persona non grata after accusing him of privately lobbying lawmakers to switch recognition to Beijing with promised trade incentives.
  • At an Asunción business forum, Peña hosted Taiwan’s Foreign Minister Lin Chia-lung and about 30 industry leaders to spotlight Taiwanese investment in sectors such as semiconductors.
  • Paraguay remains the sole South American country officially recognizing Taipei while resisting Chinese economic overtures in favor of sovereign foreign policy.
  • The announcement sets the stage for Taiwan President Lai Ching-te’s state visit next month, underscoring Asunción’s unique regional support for Taipei.