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China sanctions Paraguay, Belize officials over Taiwan ties
China on Oct. 12, 2026, sanctioned Paraguay and Belize ministers with asset freezes and entry bans over Taiwan ties; both are among just 12 formal allies.
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About Francis Fonseca
Francis William Fonseca is a Belizean politician who has served as Minister for Foreign Affairs, Foreign Trade, Education, Culture, Science and Technology since 2024. He served as leader of the People's United Party (PUP) and as Leader of the Opposition of Belize from 2011 to 2016.
Everything about Francis Fonseca →- Occupation
- politician
- Position held
- Member of the House of Representatives of Belize, Member of the House of Representatives of Belize, Minister of Education, Culture, Science & Technology, Minister of Labour
- Citizenship
- Belize
- Born
- March 11, 1967