Typhoon Delays Taiwan's Diplomatic Mission to the Americas
Taiwan's President Lai Ching-te has postponed his anticipated diplomatic visit to American allies due to recent typhoon damages and ongoing heavy rains on the island. The tour was aimed at strengthening ties in a region where many nations have favored relations with China. No new visit date is currently set.
Taiwan's President Lai Ching-te will delay his planned diplomatic tour to American allies, as confirmed by embassy officials on Tuesday. The postponement comes in light of recent typhoon damage and ongoing heavy rainfall impacting Taiwan.
The tour, initially set for next month, aimed to bolster diplomatic support in the Americas, amid shifting allegiances towards China, which sees Taiwan as its own territory. Embassies in Guatemala and Paraguay have relayed that the trip is postponed indefinitely.
The delay is also influenced by extreme weather in Taiwan and potential tensions with Beijing, as the U.S. prepares for trade negotiations with China. Although the trip is postponed, U.S. stopovers including Texas remain likely when the tour is rescheduled.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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