President Santiago Peña reaffirms diplomatic ties and signs new agreements on artificial intelligence, security, and justice during his visit to Taipei.

The national flags of Paraguay (L) and Taiwan wave outside the Taiwanese Embassy in Asunción, Paraguay, on April 26, 2023. Norberto Duarte/AFP via Getty Images
Paraguayan 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.


