With diplomatic ties with Honduras having lasted decades, Taiwan's Vice-President Lai Ching-te was there last month for the inauguration of its latest president. But his presence was a close-run thing.
Behind the scenes, it was only pressure from major trading partner the United States that resulted in Honduras including its old ally, Taiwan.
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