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Loyal Support! Taiwan Buys Big from Ally Paraguay, Pork Imports Surge 80% in First Half

From Liberty Times · () Chinese

Translated from Chinese, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Taiwan significantly increased its pork imports from Paraguay in the first half of the year, reaching over NT$900 million.
  • This surge represents an 80% increase compared to the same period last year.
  • The move strengthens economic ties between Taiwan and its sole South American ally, Paraguay, with chicken imports also set to enter the Taiwanese market.

Taiwan has substantially boosted its imports of Paraguayan pork, demonstrating a deepening economic partnership with its sole ally in South America. In the first half of this year, Taiwan purchased over NT$900 million (approximately $28 million USD) worth of pork from Paraguay, marking an impressive 80% increase from the previous year.

This significant rise in pork imports underscores the robust and strengthening trade relationship between the two nations. Beyond pork, Paraguay's agricultural products are gaining traction in the Taiwanese market, with the first shipment of Paraguayan chicken recently cleared and poised for entry.

The enhanced trade in agricultural goods not only benefits Paraguay's economy but also solidifies the diplomatic ties between Taiwan and Paraguay, showcasing a mutual commitment to economic cooperation and support.

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Originally published by Liberty Times in Chinese. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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