Fact checkPoliticsPublished May 11, 2026
Media reports: “Paraguay is the only South American country that recognises Taiwan, and only 12 countries have diplomatic relations with Taiwan.”. Our verdict: True.

The claim

“Paraguay is the only South American country that recognises Taiwan, and only 12 countries have diplomatic relations with Taiwan.”

Media reportsNews reportMay 11, 2026Read the original

Coverage of President Santiago Peña's visit to Taiwan.

Our verdict

True

Paraguay is Taiwan's only South American ally and one of 12 worldwide.

What we found

AP reports Paraguay as the only South American country and one of 12 to recognise Taipei. The claim is accurate.

The evidence

  • Supports the claim

    Paraguay is the only country in South America and one of 12 worldwide to recognise Taiwan. [1]

How we checked

We checked the claim against AP via ABC News. We reviewed 1 relevant source.

Sources

  1. [1]AP via ABC News · Paraguay and Taiwan reaffirm ties after China sought to lure away another Taipei ally

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