As of November 2023, there are only 13 countries that officially recognize Taiwan as a sovereign state. These countries are:
- Belize
- Guatemala
- Haiti
- Honduras
- Marshall Islands
- Nauru
- Palau
- Paraguay
- Saint Kitts and Nevis
- Saint Lucia
- Saint Vincent and the Grenadines
- Tuvalu
- Vatican City/Holy See
It is important to note that the number of countries recognizing Taiwan can vary depending on the source and the political situation at the time. The limited number of countries recognizing Taiwan is primarily due to the complex geopolitical landscape and the One-China policy, which dictates that there is only one China and Taiwan is an integral part of it. Many countries choose to recognize China instead of Taiwan due to its greater political and economic prominence.
