Honduras President Xiomara Castro announced on Tuesday plans to establish official relations with China. The move comes after Castro floated the idea of cutting ties with Taiwan and starting relations with China during her electoral campaign. In a statement posted to Twitter, Castro said she had instructed the country's foreign minister to bring about the opening of official relations with China. She also said she hoped to maintain ties with Taiwan. The move is likely to be seen as a major shift in Latin American relations with China. China has been intensifying pressure to reduce Taiwan's international presence and recognition, and the move by Honduras could be seen as a sign of support for Beijing's position. The announcement has been met with mixed reactions in Honduras. Some have praised the move, saying it will bring economic opportunities for the country, while others have voiced concerns about the potential implications for the country's ties with Taiwan. The move is also likely to be watched closely by other countries in the region, as it could set a precedent for other countries to follow suit. It remains to be seen what the implications of the move will be for the region as a whole.