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August 16, 2023

Paraguayan President Santiago Peņa Pledges to Continue Taiwan Support at Inauguration
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In Paraguay, Santiago Peņa was inaugurated as the new president Tuesday.
The former International Monetary Fund economist is a member of the
conservative Colorado Party, which has been plagued by accusations of
corruption during its 70-plus years in power, with its ruling streak
broken only once, between 2008 and 2013. Peņa opposes abortion and
same-sex marriage. In his inaugural speech, Peņa reaffirmed his
government's support for Taiwan.

President Santiago Peņa: "Our relationship with the Republic of
China-Taiwan is an example of Paraguay's friendly spirit with nations
toward whom we have great affection and with whom we feel not only
allies but also brothers. We will continue to negotiate with the world
without compromising our sovereignty, territory, values and culture."

Taiwan's Vice President William Lai attended the inauguration.


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