The Chinese foreign ministry in Beijing. Paraguay and Belize are two of just 12 countries that still maintain formal diplomatic relations with Taiwan. © Reuters
October 12, 2026 13:58 JST
Beijing announced sanctions on Monday against Paraguay’s communications minister and Belize’s foreign minister, over their nations’ diplomatic recognition of Taiwan, which China considers its own territory.
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