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Paraguay is one of 12 countries that recognize Taiwan and is its only diplomatic ally in South America. China is trying to change that.

How China is wooing Paraguay’s political class away from longtime ally Taiwan

Paraguay is Taiwan’s last diplomatic ally in South America. China's attempt to supplant Taipei would be a symbolic win and a step in its attempt to cement influence in Latin America as the U.S. aims to be the pre-eminent superpower.

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