Taiwan's Diplomatic Alliances Shift Amid US-China Tensions

The US official in charge of unofficial ties with Taiwan criticized Nauru's decision to sever diplomatic relations with Taipei shortly after Taiwan's presidential election, warning about China's unfulfilled promises. The move leaves Taiwan with only 12 formal allies. The US encourages countries to engage with Taiwan, while Taiwan accuses China of timing the move to influence the election. Nauru cited a UN resolution as a reason for its decision, and Taiwan accused China of offering money to Nauru. Australia, which funds a refugee processing center in Nauru, said its funding remains unchanged.