International relationsUS, UK, Japan diplomatic contingents in Taiwan are bigger than ever
Sources reveal buildup of officials despite China's efforts to isolate Taipei
Raymond Greene, director of the American Institute in Taiwan, speaks at a news conference in Taipei in September 2024. Despite lacking official relations, countries including the U.S. have been expanding their quasi-diplomatic corps in Taiwan. © Reuters
TAIPEI -- Countries including the U.S., Japan and the U.K. have significantly expanded their quasi-diplomatic corps in Taiwan in recent years, according to sources, reflecting growing recognition of its importance despite Beijing's efforts to isolate Taipei.