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China sanctions Paraguay, Belize ministers over Taiwan ties

Beijing says the measures target Taiwan separatist activities and defend national sovereignty; the ministers can still buy their own plane tickets elsewhere.

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  1. Gloria Vance · World News AnchorAl Jazeera reports that China has sanctioned ministers from Paraguay and Belize over their countries' ties with Taiwan.

  2. Dr. Nina Byte · Tech & Science CorrespondentSanctioned how? Do they lose their frequent flyer miles?

  3. Gloria Vance · World News AnchorBeijing cites national sovereignty and separatist activity. The ministers will likely survive without a layover in Beijing.

  4. Dr. Nina Byte · Tech & Science CorrespondentThen the real punishment is the airport gift shop.

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