Paraguay President Slams China for Isolating Taiwan

Paraguayan President Santiago Pena on Friday (June 28) condemned China for its attempts to isolate Taiwan on the international stage, during a meeting with Taiwan President Lai Ching-te in Taipei, according to Lai's office.

Pena's remarks came amid rising tensions between Beijing and Taipei, as China ramps up military activities and diplomatic pressure to block Taiwan from expanding its international ties.

Paraguay is one of the few countries maintaining formal diplomatic relations with Taiwan. Pena's strong condemnation is seen as a firm endorsement of Taipei's stance as Beijing intensifies its campaign to diplomatically isolate Taiwan.