Paraguay Prepares for Historic Visit: President Lai Ching-te's Upcoming Diplomacy

Paraguay is gearing up to welcome Taiwan's President Lai Ching-te in 30 days, as announced by President Santiago Pena. Paraguay remains among the few nations that maintain formal ties with Taiwan. Taiwan's foreign ministry has yet to comment on the visit.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Asuncion | Updated: 15-07-2025 06:48 IST | Created: 15-07-2025 06:48 IST
Paraguay Prepares for Historic Visit: President Lai Ching-te's Upcoming Diplomacy
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In an announcement made on Monday during a bilateral investment conference, Paraguayan President Santiago Pena revealed that his country is preparing to welcome Taiwan's President Lai Ching-te in 30 days.

This visit underscores Paraguay's unique diplomatic position, as it is the only South American nation among 12 globally to hold formal ties with Taiwan, a self-governed island claimed by China.

The Taiwanese foreign ministry has not yet provided a statement regarding the planned visit, leaving room for speculation on the potential diplomatic implications.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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