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Taiwan in Latin America

The Dominican Republic Abandons Taipei for Beijing

By Charlotte Gao

Thanks to Chinese diplomatic pressure, Taiwan is left with only 19 diplomatic allies now.

A Latin American Battle: China vs. Taiwan

August 19, 2017

A Latin American Battle: China vs. Taiwan

China is competing with Taiwan in Central America and the Caribbean, an abandoned American backyard.

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A Latin American Battle: China vs. Taiwan

Panama Switch Marks China's Return to Checkbook Diplomacy

June 14, 2017

Panama Switch Marks China's Return to Checkbook Diplomacy

Taiwan should resist the temptation to also play the game of offering aid for recognition.

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Panama Switch Marks China's Return to Checkbook Diplomacy

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