Honduras shifts allegiance from Taiwan to China for diplomatic relations.

Honduras plans to establish diplomatic relations with China, which would mean severing ties with Taiwan. This move would leave Taiwan recognized by only 13 countries, including Vatican City. The United States, while having no formal diplomatic ties with Taiwan, remains its most significant international backer and arms supplier. China is reportedly spending billions to win recognition for its "One-China" policy. It is not clear what influenced Honduras' government change, but China generally uses trade and investment as incentives for switching ties.