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It is not always easy to keep fostering bilateral relations despite the reality, Estevez said, adding that he hoped that the ties between the nations could keep improving.
Lin said that Taiwan and Guatemala are solid allies, and the strong partnership manifests itself in mutual visits made by senior government officials from both sides over the past 11 months.
Taiwan and Guatemala share values such as freedom and democracy, and have been closely cooperating in terms of healthcare, economics, trade, talent nurturing and infrastructure development over the past few years, he said.
Lin also thanked the Guatemalan government for voicing support for Taiwan’s meaningful participation in international organizations.
Taiwan values its diplomatic ties with Guatemala and would continue to deepen cooperation with the goal of contributing to regional stability, prosperity and development, he said.
The ROC and Guatemala established relations in 1934, when the ROC government was in China.
Guatemala is one of Taiwan’s two diplomatic allies in Central America — the other being Belize. They are among the 12 countries that have official diplomatic relations with Taiwan instead of China.
Additional reporting by CNA
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