Paraguay’s President Santiago Peña has reaffirmed his country’s diplomatic relationship with Taiwan during a state visit to Taipei, days after China urged it to switch recognition to Beijing.
Peña said on May 8 that Paraguay deeply values its relations with Taiwan and will continue to support the island’s democracy.
Taiwan’s President Lai Ching-te welcomed Peña with full military honors, including a 21-gun salute, at the Presidential Office.
The two leaders held talks and witnessed the signing of three agreements: a treaty on mutual legal assistance in criminal matters, a memorandum of understanding (MOU) on cybersecurity cooperation, and an MOU on investment in a sovereign artificial intelligence (AI) computing center in Paraguay….
Paraguay Reaffirms Ties With Taiwan Despite Chinese Pressure
