Myth of ‘new Yalta’: Why Trump won't let China have its way with Taiwan
3 weeks, 4 days ago

Myth of ‘new Yalta’: Why Trump won't let China have its way with Taiwan

Firstpost  

Trump’s rhetoric about claiming another territory has no impact on Xi Jinping’s stance on Taiwan. Repeating this trope only helps China in its psychological warfare by giving the impression that the fate of Taiwan is sealed At this point, historical references should be treated as red flags. If you believe Trump’s stance on Greenland or Panama has any effect on China’s aggression toward Taiwan, you haven’t been paying attention to what China has been doing for the last decades. When you do, the conclusion is clear: Trump’s rhetoric about claiming another territory has no impact on Xi Jinping’s stance on Taiwan.

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As Trump arm-twists Ukraine to submit to Russia, Taiwan hopes Potus doesn’t form a Xi axis
3 weeks, 1 day ago

As Trump arm-twists Ukraine to submit to Russia, Taiwan hopes Potus doesn’t form a Xi axis

Firstpost  

As Europe—once seen as a formidable and united force—struggled to counter President Donald Trump’s antagonistic stance on Ukraine while he shifted toward a shocking pro-Russia realignment, Taiwan found itself gripped by fear and uncertainty. Trump’s return to the White House has marked a stark shift in US policy on Ukraine with him echoing Putin’s rhetoric by calling Zelenskyy a “dictator” …

Trump’s abrupt change of U.S. policy on Ukraine raises questions about Taiwan support
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3 weeks, 2 days ago

Trump’s abrupt change of U.S. policy on Ukraine raises questions about Taiwan support

The Hindu  

U.S. President Donald Trump’s abrupt reversal of three years of American policy toward Ukraine has raised concerns China might become emboldened to push its territorial claim on Taiwan, though experts say Beijing is most likely in a wait-and-see mode right now to see how the situation in Europe plays out. In the past two weeks, Mr. Trump has falsely claimed …

Trump’s abrupt change of US policy on Ukraine raises questions about Taiwan support
Trending News
3 weeks, 3 days ago

Trump’s abrupt change of US policy on Ukraine raises questions about Taiwan support

Associated Press  

BANGKOK — U.S. President Donald Trump’s abrupt reversal of three years of American policy toward Ukraine has raised concerns China might become emboldened to push its territorial claim on Taiwan, though experts say Beijing is most likely in a wait-and-see mode right now to see how the situation in Europe plays out. Trump on Friday appeared to walk back his …

Myth of ‘new Yalta’: Why Trump won't let China have its way with Taiwan
3 weeks, 4 days ago

Myth of ‘new Yalta’: Why Trump won't let China have its way with Taiwan

Firstpost  

Trump’s rhetoric about claiming another territory has no impact on Xi Jinping’s stance on Taiwan. Repeating this trope only helps China in its psychological warfare by giving the impression that the fate of Taiwan is sealed Historical references in news coverage have become one of the biggest red flags. If you believe Trump’s stance on Greenland or Panama has any …

Is Trump weakening the US’ case against future invasion of Taiwan by China?
3 weeks, 6 days ago

Is Trump weakening the US’ case against future invasion of Taiwan by China?

Firstpost  

As he has embarked on an expansionist policy that seeks to annex entire nations and provinces across continents, US President Donald Trump has essentially killed the basis to mount any opposition to the Chinese invasion and occupation of Taiwan In the modern age, the United States helped establish a fundamental tenet of the world order that a nation could not …

China sends warnings over Taiwan question
1 month ago

China sends warnings over Taiwan question

China Daily  

Foreign Ministry spokesman Guo Jiakun. Such a change to the fact sheet is "a serious backpedaling step in its position on Taiwan", Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesman Guo Jiakun told a daily news briefing. This "sends a seriously wrong signal to the separatist forces for 'Taiwan independence'" and is "another example of the US stubbornly persisting in its wrong policy of …

With new Taiwan stand, is Trump setting up a clash with China?
1 month ago

With new Taiwan stand, is Trump setting up a clash with China?

Firstpost  

China has reacted angrily to updates on the US Department of State’s factsheet about Taiwan, leading to concerns whether the two countries are on a collision course over Taiwan In the latest episode of lashing out over its insecurities, China has called upon the United States to “rectify its mistakes” regarding an update to a government website. Even though the …

Analysis: Trump wants China to play a role in peace in Ukraine. Is Xi Jinping willing to help?
1 month, 1 week ago

Analysis: Trump wants China to play a role in peace in Ukraine. Is Xi Jinping willing to help?

CNN  

Editor’s Note: Sign up for CNN’s Meanwhile in China newsletter which explores what you need to know about the country’s rise and how it impacts the world. Hong Kong CNN — As the war in Ukraine grinds toward its fourth year, US President Donald Trump has made clear which world leader he thinks can help America end the conflict: Vladimir …

Mint Quick Edit | Beijing shouldn’t push the world into a Taiwan crisis
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Mint Quick Edit | Beijing shouldn’t push the world into a Taiwan crisis

Live Mint  

China’s President Xi Jinping had a message for Taiwan in his New Year’s speech. “No one can ever sever the bond of kinship between us, and no one can ever stop China’s reunification." A year ago, he had called it “inevitable" that the People’s Republic of China and Taiwan, which Beijing views as a rebel province, would unite. While US …

Trump's biggest challenge: Will he confront China, or cut a deal?
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Trump's biggest challenge: Will he confront China, or cut a deal?

Salon  

Gaza, Haiti, Iran, Israel, Lebanon, Russia, Syria, Ukraine and Venezuela: President-elect Donald Trump will face no shortage of foreign policy challenges when he assumes office in January. Both Waltz, Trump’s pick as national security adviser, and Sen. Marco Rubio, his choice as secretary of state, have Waltz, for example, introduced the American Critical Mineral Exploration and Innovation Act of 2020, …

Putin backs ‘no limits’ friend Xi’s Taiwan move: ‘China not pursuing an aggressive policy’
4 months, 1 week ago

Putin backs ‘no limits’ friend Xi’s Taiwan move: ‘China not pursuing an aggressive policy’

Firstpost  

China views democratically governed Taiwan as its own territory, despite strong objections by the government in Taipei, and regularly holds wargames near the island Russian President Vladimir Putin described China on Thursday as Russia’s ally and threw his weight behind Beijing’s claims over Taiwan while stating that no countries had anything to fear from deepening Sino-Russian cooperation. “We do not …

What Trump’s election victory means for Taiwan and China
4 months, 1 week ago

What Trump’s election victory means for Taiwan and China

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Despite fears of renewed tariffs, Beijing believes Mr Trump’s …

US criticized for attending Taiwan event
10 months ago

US criticized for attending Taiwan event

China Daily  

The Taipei 101 skyscraper commands the urban landscape in Taipei, Taiwan. A Chinese mainland spokesman condemned the United States and a few other nations on Monday for sending representatives to what was called the inauguration ceremony of Taiwan's new leader, Lai Ching-te, and for extending congratulations to him. He strongly condemned any form of interference in Taiwan affairs by other …

US criticized for attending Taiwan event
10 months ago

US criticized for attending Taiwan event

China Daily  

The Taipei 101 skyscraper commands the urban landscape in Taipei, Taiwan. A Chinese mainland spokesman condemned the United States and a few other nations on Monday for sending representatives to what was called the inauguration ceremony of Taiwan's new leader, Lai Ching-te, and for extending congratulations to him. He strongly condemned any form of interference in Taiwan affairs by other …

China says will ‘crush’ Taiwan independence efforts as vote looms
1 year, 2 months ago

China says will ‘crush’ Taiwan independence efforts as vote looms

Al Jazeera  

The governing DPP, which champions Taiwan’s separate identity, is seeking a third term in elections on Saturday. China’s military has promised to “crush” any efforts to promote Taiwan’s independence, a day before a crucial election on the self-ruled island, which Beijing claims is part of its territory. “The Chinese People’s Liberation Army maintains high vigilance at all times and will …

As Taiwan prepares for polls, China’s Xi Jinping issues a warning on reunification
1 year, 2 months ago

As Taiwan prepares for polls, China’s Xi Jinping issues a warning on reunification

Hindustan Times  

Chinese President Xi Jinping has reiterated, not for the first and certainly not for the last time, that Taiwan will be reunified with the mainland. Delivering his annual New Year’s Eve address, Xi served a warning: “China will surely be reunified, and all Chinese on both sides of the Taiwan Strait should be bound by a common sense of purpose …

US watching Taiwan elections closely as China reiterates claim to island
1 year, 2 months ago

US watching Taiwan elections closely as China reiterates claim to island

Al Jazeera  

Poll outcome will help set the tone for Washington-Beijing relations amid slight easing of tensions. “Washington is well prepared to deal with any choice that the Taiwan electorate makes, but there’s certainly going to be different opportunities and challenges depending on what the results of the election are,” Rorry Daniels, the managing director of the Asia Society Policy Institute, told …

Xi says China will ‘surely be reunified’ with self-ruled Taiwan in New Year’s address
1 year, 2 months ago

Xi says China will ‘surely be reunified’ with self-ruled Taiwan in New Year’s address

Associated Press  

BEIJING — Chinese President Xi Jinping said China would “surely be reunified” with Taiwan during his televised New Year’s address, renewing Beijing’s threats to take over the self-ruled island, which it considers its own. Beijing considers the presidential front-runner, William Lai, who currently serves as vice president from the ruling Democratic People’s Party, a “separatist” and has accused him and …

China confronts a new political reality in Taiwan: No friends
1 year, 2 months ago

China confronts a new political reality in Taiwan: No friends

Live Mint  

TAIPEI—A drawing of Taiwan at the presidential campaign headquarters of the island’s ruling party shows strikingly little concern for north and south. At the campaign headquarters of the ruling party’s candidate and the current leader in the polls, Vice President Lai Ching-te, the word “China" is nowhere to be seen at all. Instead, on a recent visit, volunteers from Lai’s …

US urges China to cease Taiwan pressure; Lai slams election interference
1 year, 7 months ago

US urges China to cease Taiwan pressure; Lai slams election interference

Al Jazeera  

The United States has urged China to stop pressuring Taiwan after Beijing launched war games around the self-ruled island as a “stern warning” over Taiwanese Vice President William Lai’s recent stopovers in New York and San Francisco. In a statement to the Reuters news agency, a spokesperson for the US Department of State said it would continue to monitor China’s …

'Playing with fire on the Taiwan question...,' China's Defence Minister Li Shangfu warns US
1 year, 7 months ago

'Playing with fire on the Taiwan question...,' China's Defence Minister Li Shangfu warns US

Firstpost  

China’s Defence Minister Li Shangfu on Tuesday apparently warned the US against “playing with fire” when it comes to Taiwan, days after Beijing criticised Taiwan’s Vice President William Lai for stopping in the United States and labelled him a “troublemaker” China’s Defence Minister Li Shangfu on Tuesday apparently warned the US against “playing with fire” when it comes to Taiwan, …

China has doubt on the ability to invade Taiwan, says CIA chief William Burns
2 years ago

China has doubt on the ability to invade Taiwan, says CIA chief William Burns

Deccan Chronicle  

Washington: Given Russia's experience in its war with Ukraine, US intelligence chief William Burns on Sunday said that there appear to be doubts in Beijing about China's ability to invade Taiwan successfully, reported DW News. Burns, in a television interview, stressed that the US must take "very seriously" China's President Xi Jinping's desire to ultimately control Taiwan even if military …

China has some doubt on ability to invade Taiwan, says CIA chief
2 years ago

China has some doubt on ability to invade Taiwan, says CIA chief

Firstpost  

Washington: US intelligence shows that China’s President Xi Jinping has instructed his country’s military to “be ready by 2027" to invade Taiwan though he may be currently harboring doubts about his ability to do so given Russia’s experience in its war with Ukraine, CIA Director William Burns said. Burns, in a television interview that aired Sunday, stressed that the United …

Despite readiness plans, China has doubts on ability to invade Taiwan, CIA chief says
2 years ago

Despite readiness plans, China has doubts on ability to invade Taiwan, CIA chief says

LA Times  

Chinese President Xi Jinping has instructed his country’s military to “be ready by 2027” to invade Taiwan, CIA Director William Burns says. U.S. intelligence shows that Chinese President Xi Jinping has instructed his country’s military to “be ready by 2027” to invade Taiwan, though he may be currently harboring doubts about his ability to do so given Russia’s experience in …

CIA chief: China has some doubt on ability to invade Taiwan
2 years ago

CIA chief: China has some doubt on ability to invade Taiwan

The Independent  

Sign up for the daily Inside Washington email for exclusive US coverage and analysis sent to your inbox Get our free Inside Washington email Get our free Inside Washington email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy U.S. intelligence shows that China's President Xi Jinping has instructed …

CIA chief: China has some doubt on ability to invade Taiwan
2 years ago

CIA chief: China has some doubt on ability to invade Taiwan

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — U.S. intelligence shows that China’s President Xi Jinping has instructed his country’s military to “be ready by 2027" to invade Taiwan though he may be currently harboring doubts about his ability to do so given Russia’s experience in its war with Ukraine, CIA Director William Burns said. Burns, in a television interview that aired Sunday, stressed that the …

Wouldn't underestimate Xi Jinping's Taiwan ambition, he told army to…: CIA chief
2 years, 1 month ago

Wouldn't underestimate Xi Jinping's Taiwan ambition, he told army to…: CIA chief

Hindustan Times  

US Central Intelligence Agency director William Burns said that Chinese president Xi Jinping's ambitions with respect to Taiwan should not be underestimated adding that the United States knew "as a matter of intelligence" that Xi had ordered his military to be ready for the invasion by 2027. "Now, that does not mean that he's decided to conduct an invasion in …

Putin surprisingly reveals China’s ‘concerns’ over Ukraine at summit
2 years, 6 months ago

Putin surprisingly reveals China’s ‘concerns’ over Ukraine at summit

The Independent  

Vladimir Putin has hinted at frictions in Russia’s relations with China by publicly admitting Beijing has “questions and concerns” about Moscow’s military operation in Ukraine, which has suffered devastating setbacks in recent days. Speaking at a high-level summit in Uzbekistan, Mr Putin surprisingly acknowledged potential disharmony with Xi Jinping in his first face-to-face meeting with the Chinese leader since Russia’s …

Taiwan warns Russia, China ties 'harm' international peace
2 years, 6 months ago

Taiwan warns Russia, China ties 'harm' international peace

The Hindu  

Taiwan said on Friday that ties between Russia and China were a threat to global peace and that the international community must resist the "expansion of authoritarianism". Russia's Vladimir Putin met Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping for their first face-to-face talks since the start of the conflict in Ukraine on Thursday, hailing their strategic ties in defiance of the West. In …

Taiwan: China, Russia disrupting, threatening world order
2 years, 6 months ago

Taiwan: China, Russia disrupting, threatening world order

Associated Press  

TAIPEI, Taiwan — Taiwan’s leader on Friday said China and Russia are “disrupting and threatening the world order” with Beijing’s recent large-scale military exercises near the island and Moscow’s invasion of Ukraine. Xi Jinping, China’s president and leader of the ruling Communist Party, “will not stop threatening the safety and security of Taiwan simply because it would be in everyone’s …

China, Japan officials meet amid Taiwan tensions
2 years, 7 months ago

China, Japan officials meet amid Taiwan tensions

The Independent  

Sign up for the daily Inside Washington email for exclusive US coverage and analysis sent to your inbox Get our free Inside Washington email Get our free Inside Washington email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Chinese and Japanese officials have met in northern China amid …

China renews Taiwan threats, island cites ‘wishful thinking’
2 years, 7 months ago

China renews Taiwan threats, island cites ‘wishful thinking’

Associated Press  

BEIJING — China on Thursday renewed its threat to attack Taiwan following almost a week of war games near the island. Taiwan’s “collusion with external forces to seek independence and provocation will only accelerate their own demise and push Taiwan into the abyss of disaster,” Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Wang Wenbin said at a daily briefing. On Wednesday, Britain’s government …

DC EDIT | Pelosi in Taiwan: World on edge over China response
2 years, 7 months ago

DC EDIT | Pelosi in Taiwan: World on edge over China response

Deccan Chronicle  

Nancy Pelosi’s visit to Taiwan was fraught with risk. None can dispute the right of a US citizen to visit Taipei, but it’s the timing of her visit that raises the hackles and endangers the peace at a particularly tense time for the world that stands sharply divided with the US and the West on one side and China on …

China’s Pelosi bombast shows insecurity over Taiwan: Analysts
2 years, 7 months ago

China’s Pelosi bombast shows insecurity over Taiwan: Analysts

Live Mint  

China's tough rhetoric around US House Speaker Nancy Pelosi's visit to Taiwan reveals deep insecurity about Washington's shifting stance towards the island, analysts told AFP, as well as efforts to distract from economic woes at home. China held live-fire drills across the strait from Taiwan over the weekend, while Hu Xijin, former editor-in-chief of nationalist tabloid Global Times, suggested that …

China leader Xi Jinping urges Communist Party to ‘win hearts and minds’ in Taiwan, Hong Kong
2 years, 7 months ago

China leader Xi Jinping urges Communist Party to ‘win hearts and minds’ in Taiwan, Hong Kong

CNN  

Editor’s Note: A version of this story appeared in CNN’s Meanwhile in China newsletter, a three-times-a-week update exploring what you need to know about the country’s rise and how it impacts the world. Hong Kong CNN — Chinese leader Xi Jinping has urged the Communist Party to “win hearts and minds” of people in Hong Kong, Macao and Taiwan as …

Russia warns U.S. against 'provocative' moves toward China
2 years, 7 months ago

Russia warns U.S. against 'provocative' moves toward China

The Hindu  

The Kremlin on Friday offered strong support to China amid the tensions over Taiwan, warning the United States against any “provocative" moves that could exacerbate the situation. Chinese President Xi Jinping warned against meddling in China’s dealings with Taiwan during a phone call on Thursday with U.S. President Joe Biden, Speaking in a call with reporters, Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov …

Taiwan watches China as China and the world watch Ukraine
3 years ago

Taiwan watches China as China and the world watch Ukraine

CNN  

Seoul, South Korea CNN — China is closely watching the events in Ukraine to evaluate its own strategy towards Taiwan, the island’s foreign minister has warned. China has repeatedly refused to condemn Russian actions in Ukraine and on Monday the country’s Foreign Minister Wang Yi described relations between Beijing and Moscow “rock solid.” Allied democracies Wu’s comments Monday echoed remarks …

United States should recognise ‘free’ Taiwan, Mike Pompeo says
3 years ago

United States should recognise ‘free’ Taiwan, Mike Pompeo says

Al Jazeera  

Former chief diplomat says Washington should ‘take necessary and long-overdue steps to do the right and obvious thing’. Former US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo has said the United States should diplomatically recognise Taiwan as “a free and sovereign country”. ‘Diplomatic recognition’ During an earlier speech to a think-tank, Pompeo said that while Washington should continue to engage with Beijing …

Taiwan is watching Russia's war in Ukraine warily, with fears China's Xi Jinping could learn from Vladimir Putin's strategy
3 years ago

Taiwan is watching Russia's war in Ukraine warily, with fears China's Xi Jinping could learn from Vladimir Putin's strategy

ABC  

Russia's war in Ukraine has created ripples around the world, revealing an undercurrent of concern among the people of Taiwan that they, too, could be vulnerable to invasion. Taiwan's President Tsai Ing-wen has played down comparisons with Ukraine, using a speech last week to declare "fundamental differences", including the "natural barrier of the Taiwan Strait". "China's passive role in this …

Taiwan after Ukraine? Why Gary Kasparov may not be wrong about Putin, Xi
3 years ago

Taiwan after Ukraine? Why Gary Kasparov may not be wrong about Putin, Xi

India Today  

War and Chess have a connection. For many years, Russian propaganda has been denying Ukraine's existence.” He said that European and American response to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine got delayed but it began because its larger global implications. If Putin succeeds in Ukraine, next is China-Taiwan.” TIMING OF UKRAINE INVASION Russia’s invasion of Ukraine happened just three weeks after Putin's …

China-Taiwan tensions: China’s leaders may be watching events in Europe closely
3 years ago

China-Taiwan tensions: China’s leaders may be watching events in Europe closely

CNN  

Editor’s Note: A version of this story appeared in CNN’s Meanwhile in China newsletter, a three-times-a-week update exploring what you need to know about the country’s rise and how it impacts the world. Taiwanese President Tsai Ing-wen has said Taiwan could “empathize” with Ukraine’s situation given its experience with “military threats and intimidation from China.” In the West, British Prime …

German video game developer posts map labelling China as 'West Taiwan'
3 years, 3 months ago

German video game developer posts map labelling China as 'West Taiwan'

Firstpost  

The use of the term “West Taiwan” to mock China has steadily grown in popularity since January 2020 when President Tsai Ing-wen said that Beijing needs to face the reality that Taiwan is already an independent country Taipei: German video game ‘Conflict of Nations: WW3’ ad posted a map of China labelling it as ‘West Taiwan’. Earlier this month, a …

China slams US for inviting Taiwan to democracy summit
3 years, 3 months ago

China slams US for inviting Taiwan to democracy summit

Hindustan Times  

China on Wednesday slammed the US decision to invite Taiwan to a democracy summit in December, calling the decision a “mistake” and asking Washington not to collude with Taiwan “independence” separatists. China has criticised the US decision to invite Taiwan to a democracy summit, calling the decision a “mistake” and asking Washington not to collude with Taiwan “independence” separatists. “China …

Why the World Must Welcome and Facilitate Taiwan’s Entry into United Nations
3 years, 4 months ago

Why the World Must Welcome and Facilitate Taiwan’s Entry into United Nations

News 18  

Four events recently highlighted the issue of Taiwan’s entry into the United Nations. The third is United States President Joe Biden’s recent statement on “rock solid” commitment to Taiwan security. US Secretary of State Anthony Blinken went further and said on October 26 that “we encourage all UN Member States to join us in supporting Taiwan’s robust, meaningful participation throughout …

For China's Xi Jinping, attacking Taiwan is about identity – that's what makes it so dangerous
3 years, 5 months ago

For China's Xi Jinping, attacking Taiwan is about identity – that's what makes it so dangerous

ABC  

China's future does not hinge on Taiwan — it is already on track to become the biggest economy in the world and its military strength already makes it a formidable regional power. So if the West promises wealth and power, why is Xi Jinping seemingly so obsessed with controlling Taiwan — at the risk of a war that could shatter …

Chinese President Xi Vows “Peaceful Reunification” With Taiwan Amid Heightened Tensions
55 years, 2 months ago

Chinese President Xi Vows “Peaceful Reunification” With Taiwan Amid Heightened Tensions

Slate  

China’s President Xi Jinping vowed Saturday that his country would achieve “peaceful unification” with Taiwan at a time when tensions between Beijing and the island have been particularly high. Speaking at an even to commemorate 110 years since the revolution that overthrew China’s last imperial dynasty in 1911, Xi said that “Taiwan independence separatism is the biggest obstacle to achieving …

Xi Jinping vows Taiwan's 'reunification' with China will be realised peacefully, despite week of tensions
3 years, 5 months ago

Xi Jinping vows Taiwan's 'reunification' with China will be realised peacefully, despite week of tensions

ABC  

Chinese President Xi Jinping has vowed to realise peaceful "reunification" with Taiwan, though did not directly mention the use of force after a week of tensions with the Chinese-claimed island that sparked international concern. Key points: Mr Xi said reunification must be realised and will happen peacefully His remarks come just days after the Chinese military sent a record number …

Chinese President Xi hails ‘national rejuvenation’ on centenary
3 years, 8 months ago

Chinese President Xi hails ‘national rejuvenation’ on centenary

The Hindu  

China’s leader Xi Jinping on Thursday said the country’s rejuvenation was “a historical inevitability” and it could no longer be “bullied and abused by others”, delivering a strong message on the ruling Communist Party’s centenary. We must uphold the core position of the General Secretary on the Party Central Committee and in the Party as a whole, and uphold the …

‘A cudgel against Beijing’: US ambassador to UN to visit Taiwan
4 years, 2 months ago

‘A cudgel against Beijing’: US ambassador to UN to visit Taiwan

Al Jazeera  

Kelly Craft is due to arrive on the island – the most senior US official ever to visit – just days before Joe Biden’s inauguration as the next US president. It began with a surprise phone call and will end with a surprise trip, but the Trump Administration’s close relationship with Taiwan will reach a finale next week when Kelly …

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