Taiwan–Africa relations

Taiwan–Africa relations

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Taiwan–Africa relations refers to the diplomatic, economic, and informal relations between Taiwan (formally the Republic of China, ROC) and countries in Africa. Since 1949, competition between Taiwan and People's Republic of China (PRC) for diplomatic recognition has shaped Taiwan's engagement with African states.

During the Cold War, Taiwan maintained formal diplomatic relations with a significant number of African countries. However, following the PRC's assumption of China's seat at the United Nations in 1971 and the global shift toward recognition of Beijing, Taiwan's official presence in Africa declined. As of 2026, Eswatini and the self-declared Republic of Somaliland are the only two African states to have official relations with Taiwan, although Eswatini is the only African UN member that officially recognizes Taiwan rather than the China.

In addition to official relations, Taiwan maintains representative offices and conducts trade, development assistance, and cultural exchanges with several African states.