Honduras’ new president is reviewing his predecessor’s agreements with China, a process that could help the US push to reduce the Asian nation’s influence in the region and lead to recognition of Taiwan.

In an interview, Nasry Asfura said that before Honduras can make a “final decision” on its relationships in Asia, the government needs to look over commitments and accords signed by predecessor Xiomara Castro’s administration, which recognized China over Taiwan in 2023. Telecommunications equipment from Chinese firm Huawei Technologies Co. is part of the review, and Honduras is in talks with the US government on using technology from Cisco Systems Inc., he said.