Taiwan's Diplomatic Woes: Losing Nauru to China After Election

Taiwan lost one of its few remaining diplomatic allies, Nauru, to China just days after electing a new president, accusing China of pressuring the country. China and Taiwan have long competed for diplomatic recognition, with China offering Nauru a significant amount of money to switch allegiance. The United States reaffirmed its commitment to Taiwan, while Taiwan's government condemned China's move as an attack on democracy. Nauru's decision reflects the intensifying competition for influence in the Pacific between China and the United States.