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flag Beijing gains a diplomatic ally in Taiwan.

flag Nauru, a Pacific island nation, has cut diplomatic ties with Taiwan and recognized mainland China. flag This decision leaves Taiwan with only 12 remaining diplomatic allies. flag Nauru's first diplomatic ties with Taiwan were established in 1980, but terminated in 2002 in favor of China, which was then reversed in 2005. flag Taiwan, once a refuge for nationalist forces during China's civil war, has remained autonomous with US assistance. flag Both Taipei and Beijing claim to represent the Chinese people, but most countries, including the US, recognize Beijing as the sole representative.

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