For McCarthy and Taiwan’s leader, visit marks historic first
1 year, 8 months ago

For McCarthy and Taiwan’s leader, visit marks historic first

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — The moment was historic — a U.S. House speaker meeting Wednesday with the president of Taiwan for a rare visit on American soil, a high-profile encounter designed to boost support for the island government but already drawing blowback from an enraged China. “It’s a very good debut,” said Newt Gingrich, the Republican former speaker who led a delegation to Taiwan decades ago and advises McCarthy. The Taiwanese, he said, will “see it as a morale boost.” The private meeting between Tsai and McCarthy came against the very public backdrop of heightened U.S. focus on China over its actions at home and abroad, particularly China’s potential aggression enforcing its claims over the island of Taiwan. Because the lack of formal diplomatic relations greatly limits any interaction between Taiwan and U.S. leaders, “it becomes even more important that they have meetings with members of Congress.” The Chinese government has expressed its displeasure ahead of Tsai’s meeting with McCarthy, and threatened countermeasures over any contact with the House speaker.

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U.S. Congress members praise Taiwan, call it ‘closest friend’
10 months ago

U.S. Congress members praise Taiwan, call it ‘closest friend’

The Hindu  

A group of United States Congress members met with Taiwan’s President on February 22 in a show of bipartisan support that is certain to draw scrutiny from China, which opposes such visits and sees them as a challenge to its claim of sovereignty over the self-governing island. A visit by then-House Speaker Nancy Pelosi to Taiwan two years ago resulted …

Committed to 'managing' China-US ties 'responsibly', Biden assures Xi Jinping
11 months, 3 weeks ago

Committed to 'managing' China-US ties 'responsibly', Biden assures Xi Jinping

Firstpost  

US President Joe Biden on Monday conveyed to his Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping his dedication to handling bilateral relations “responsibly”. Emphasising his commitment to responsibly managing this significant relationship, Biden expressed eagerness to further enhance the US-China ties, building on the progress achieved by their predecessors and through continued discussions and meetings between the two heads of state, as reported …

With Kevin McCarthy out, Nancy Pelosi once again outlasts her foes
1 year ago

With Kevin McCarthy out, Nancy Pelosi once again outlasts her foes

LA Times  

Since Kevin McCarthy‘s ouster as House Speaker, I have wondered whether the Bakersfield Republican would try to hang on to his seat as a backbencher or cash in on K Street, like so many of his predecessors. Within three days of that floor vote, eight far-right GOP rebels leveraged the Democratic conference to remove McCarthy from the speaker’s chair, throwing …

News Analysis: Why Kevin McCarthy’s provocative Israel trip and invite to Netanyahu are ‘so dangerous’
1 year, 7 months ago

News Analysis: Why Kevin McCarthy’s provocative Israel trip and invite to Netanyahu are ‘so dangerous’

LA Times  

House Speaker Kevin McCarthy drew strong reactions this week with his address to Israel’s Knesset, in which he seemed to use the U.S. ally as a partisan wedge by inviting Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to Washington despite White House reservations. McCarthy’s “sycophantic relationship with Trump” has rendered him “a voodoo doll” for the White House and most Democrats, Pinkas wrote …

US House speaker in Knesset amid fraught US-Israel ties
1 year, 7 months ago

US House speaker in Knesset amid fraught US-Israel ties

Associated Press  

JERUSALEM — The U.S. House speaker addressed Israel’s parliament on Monday, a rare honor awarded to the highest-ranking Republican in U.S. politics at a time of fraught relations between Israel’s government and Democratic President Joe Biden. In a challenge to Biden, McCarthy said Monday he expects the White House “to invite the prime minister over for a meeting, especially with …

US Republican presidential hopefuls head to Taiwan, Japan
1 year, 7 months ago

US Republican presidential hopefuls head to Taiwan, Japan

Al Jazeera  

The visits come amid heightened tension over self-ruled Taiwan, which Beijing claims as its own territory. The Republican governor of the US state of Virginia has met Taiwan President Tsai Ing-wen as Republican hopefuls for the United States 2024 presidential race seek to lift their campaigns with international tours. Glenn Youngkin, a former hedge fund manager who pulled off a …

Speaker McCarthy: 100 days in power and a tough road ahead
1 year, 8 months ago

Speaker McCarthy: 100 days in power and a tough road ahead

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — When Rep. Kevin McCarthy emerged from a messy 15-ballot election and ascended to House speaker, he was emboldened rather than chastened by the fight, declaring that his father taught him early on in life: “It’s not how you start; it’s how you finish.” But as the embattled Republican leader from California rounds the first 100 days at the …

China vows 'forceful' measures after U.S.-Taiwan meeting
1 year, 8 months ago

China vows 'forceful' measures after U.S.-Taiwan meeting

The Hindu  

China vowed reprisals against Taiwan after a meeting between the United States House speaker and the island's president, saying Thursday that the U.S. was on a “wrong and dangerous road.” Speaker Kevin McCarthy hosted Taiwanese President Tsai Ing-wen on Wednesday in a show of U.S. support for the self-governed island, which China claims as its own, along with a bipartisan …

China vows ‘forceful’ measures after US-Taiwan meeting
1 year, 8 months ago

China vows ‘forceful’ measures after US-Taiwan meeting

Associated Press  

TAIPEI, Taiwan — China vowed reprisals against Taiwan after a meeting between the United States House speaker and the island’s president, saying Thursday that the U.S. was on a “wrong and dangerous road.” Speaker Kevin McCarthy hosted Taiwanese President Tsai Ing-wen on Wednesday in a show of U.S. support for the self-governed island, which China claims as its own, along …

McCarthy meets President Tsai; calls Taiwan a ‘great friend of America’
1 year, 8 months ago

McCarthy meets President Tsai; calls Taiwan a ‘great friend of America’

The Hindu  

Risking China's anger, U.S. House Speaker Kevin McCarthy hosted Taiwan President Tsai Ing-wen on Wednesday as a “great friend of America" in a fraught show of U.S. support at a rare high-level, bipartisan meeting on U.S. soil. Speaking carefully to avoid unnecessarily escalating tensions with Beijing, Ms. Tsai and Mr. McCarthy steered clear of calls from hard-liners in the U.S. …

'Democracy is under threat', says Taiwan's President Tsai Ing-wen in joint remarks
1 year, 8 months ago

'Democracy is under threat', says Taiwan's President Tsai Ing-wen in joint remarks

Firstpost  

California: Taiwanese President Tsai Ing-wen on Wednesday said that democracy is facing an unprecedented challenge and added that the urgency of “keeping the beacon of freedom shining” cannot be understated. According to a CNN report, Tsai standing alongside US House Speaker Kevin McCarthy while addressing a presser at the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library in California said, “It is no secret …

US House leader and Taiwan president meet as China protests
1 year, 8 months ago

US House leader and Taiwan president meet as China protests

Associated Press  

SIMI VALLEY, Calif. — Risking China’s anger, House Speaker Kevin McCarthy hosted Taiwan President Tsai Ing-wen on Wednesday as a “great friend of America” in a fraught show of U.S. support at a rare high-level, bipartisan meeting on U.S. soil. Tsai said she stressed to lawmakers Taiwan’s commitment “to defending the peaceful status quo where the people in Taiwan may …

China's top legislature issues statement on meeting between US House Speaker Kevin McCarthy, Tsai Ing-wen
1 year, 8 months ago

China's top legislature issues statement on meeting between US House Speaker Kevin McCarthy, Tsai Ing-wen

China Daily  

BEIJING - The Foreign Affairs Committee of the National People's Congress, China's top legislature, on Thursday issued a statement in response to the meeting between US congressional members including House Speaker Kevin McCarthy and the Taiwan leader Tsai Ing-wen in the United States. The following is the full text of the statement: On April 6, in disregard of China's strong …

Taiwan defies China pressure before US House speaker meeting
1 year, 8 months ago

Taiwan defies China pressure before US House speaker meeting

Associated Press  

TAIPEI, Taiwan — Taiwan defied threats of retaliation by China ahead of an expected meeting between the island’s president and the U.S. House speaker Wednesday that will underscore her government’s claim to sovereignty. The Chinese Consulate in Los Angeles issued a statement Monday saying it opposed any “any form of contact” between Taiwan authorities and the U.S. “The reality and …

Kevin McCarthy to meet Taiwan president today despite dire warnings from Beijing
1 year, 8 months ago

Kevin McCarthy to meet Taiwan president today despite dire warnings from Beijing

Firstpost  

Los Angeles: US House Speaker Kevin McCarthy sits down with Taiwan’s president on Wednesday for a highly symbolic meeting in California that has already prompted outrage and dire warnings from China. The meeting outside Los Angeles comes on what is technically a stopover for President Tsai Ing-wen, after her two-country trip in Latin America to visit Taiwan’s few remaining official …

US Speaker McCarthy meets Taiwan’s Tsai despite China pressure
1 year, 8 months ago

US Speaker McCarthy meets Taiwan’s Tsai despite China pressure

Al Jazeera  

China has denounced the meeting with Taiwan’s president as a provocation, in violation of its ‘One China’ policy. McCarthy called Tsai “a great friend to America” and added: “I am optimistic we will continue to find ways for the people of America and Taiwan to work together to promote economic freedom, democracy, peace and stability.” Tsai thanked McCarthy for his …

Taiwan president’s meeting with McCarthy inflames divide among local immigrants
1 year, 8 months ago

Taiwan president’s meeting with McCarthy inflames divide among local immigrants

LA Times  

A scuffle breaks out between supporters of China and supporters of Taiwan as Taiwanese President Tsai Ing-wen visits the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library on Wednesday in Simi Valley. “I would like to add that we are stronger when we are together.” After the meeting, China’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs said in a written statement, “In response to the egregiously wrong …

Why is China so upset at a meeting between Tsai and McCarthy?
1 year, 8 months ago

Why is China so upset at a meeting between Tsai and McCarthy?

Al Jazeera  

US House Speaker Kevin McCarthy’s plan to meet Taiwan President Tsai Ing-wen in California has provoked angry condemnation from Beijing. Tsai has been on a trip to Taiwan’s two remaining diplomatic allies in Central America after Honduras announced at the end of last month that it would recognise the People’s Republic of China over Taiwan. “Over the past few years, …

Tsai-McCarthy meeting will 'further damage' Sino-US relations, says China
1 year, 8 months ago

Tsai-McCarthy meeting will 'further damage' Sino-US relations, says China

Firstpost  

Los Angeles: An upcoming meeting between Taiwan President Tsai Ing-wen and US House Speaker Kevin McCarthy will “further damage” relations between Beijing and Washington, China’s consulate in Los Angeles said Monday. The Wednesday meeting, set to take place in California, will “greatly hurt the national feelings of 1.4 billion Chinese people” and undermine “the political foundation of China-US relations,” a …

US House Speaker McCarthy to meet Taiwan president Tsai this week
1 year, 8 months ago

US House Speaker McCarthy to meet Taiwan president Tsai this week

Al Jazeera  

Kevin McCarthy’s office confirms he will meet Tsai Ing-wen in California on Wednesday despite Beijing’s warnings. The office of United States House Speaker Kevin McCarthy has confirmed that the Republican leader will meet Taiwan’s President Tsai Ing-wen in California this week, in a move condemned by Beijing. “On Wednesday, April 5th, Speaker Kevin McCarthy will be hosting a bipartisan meeting …

Explained: Why Taiwan president’s visit to US will only worsen tensions
1 year, 8 months ago

Explained: Why Taiwan president’s visit to US will only worsen tensions

Firstpost  

Taiwan’s president Tsai Ing-wen is heading to the United States. The US should “refrain from arranging Tsai Ing-wen’s transit visits and even contact with American officials and take concrete actions to fulfill its solemn commitment not to support Taiwan independence,” she said. Speaking later Wednesday, Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson Mao Ning said China will “closely follow the development of the …

China threatens reprisal as Taiwan's President Tsai Ing-wen arrives in New York, US fires back
1 year, 8 months ago

China threatens reprisal as Taiwan's President Tsai Ing-wen arrives in New York, US fires back

India Today  

Taiwan's President Tsai Ing-wen arrived in New York on Wednesday for a sensitive stopover even as China threatened to "resolutely fight back" if she met US House Speaker Kevin McCarthy. Before her arrival, White House national security spokesperson John Kirby said China should not use Tsai's transit in the US as a pretext to "step up any activity around the …

China threatens to retaliate if McCarthy meets Taiwan leader
1 year, 8 months ago

China threatens to retaliate if McCarthy meets Taiwan leader

Associated Press  

BEIJING — China threatened retaliation on Wednesday if U.S. House Speaker Kevin McCarthy meets with Taiwan’s president during her upcoming trip through Los Angeles. The U.S. should “refrain from arranging Tsai Ing-wen’s transit visits and even contact with American officials and take concrete actions to fulfill its solemn commitment not to support Taiwan independence,” she said. Speaking later Wednesday, Chinese …

China vows to ‘fight back’ if US speaker meets Taiwan’s president
1 year, 8 months ago

China vows to ‘fight back’ if US speaker meets Taiwan’s president

Al Jazeera  

Taiwanese President Tsai Ing-wen is expected to meet US House of Representatives Speaker Kevin McCarthy in California next month. China has threatened to “resolutely fight back” if US House of Representatives Speaker Kevin McCarthy meets Taiwanese President Tsai Ing-wen during her planned transit through the United States. China, which claims democratically-ruled Taiwan as its own territory, has repeatedly warned US …

U.S. tells China not to overread likely Taiwan President visit
1 year, 9 months ago

U.S. tells China not to overread likely Taiwan President visit

The Hindu  

The Biden administration is putting out the word in advance that an expected unofficial stopover in the United States by Taiwan President Tsai Ing-wen would fall in line with recent precedent and should not be used as a pretext by Beijing to step up aggressive activity in the Taiwan Strait. In recent weeks, senior U.S. officials in Washington and Beijing …

Taiwan’s President to transit US on Central America trip, but no word on meeting with Speaker McCarthy
1 year, 9 months ago

Taiwan’s President to transit US on Central America trip, but no word on meeting with Speaker McCarthy

CNN  

CNN — Taiwan confirmed Tuesday that President Tsai Ing-wen will transit the United States en route to Central America at the end of the month, but there was no word on whether a highly anticipated meeting with US House Speaker Kevin McCarthy will take place. China hit out at initial reports of Tsai’s planned US transit emerged earlier this month …

Taiwan president announces trip to the Americas, stirring concern
1 year, 9 months ago

Taiwan president announces trip to the Americas, stirring concern

Al Jazeera  

Tsai Ing-wen plans to visit allies in Central America at the end of the month, making two unofficial stops in the US. The office of Taiwan President Tsai Ing-wen has revealed she will make unofficial stops in the United States as she travels to visit two Central American allies, Guatemala and Belize. But in the wake of Tuesday’s announcement, the …

Taiwan working on ‘itinerary’; McCarthy confirms Tsai meeting
1 year, 9 months ago

Taiwan working on ‘itinerary’; McCarthy confirms Tsai meeting

Al Jazeera  

It has become easier for Taiwanese officials to meet US politicians, even though such meetings upset Beijing. US Speaker of the House Kevin McCarthy has said he will meet Taiwan President Tsai Ing-wen in the United States this year, as the presidential office said work was under way on the “transit” plans for an overseas visit. Taiwan’s presidential office, in …

California lawmaker leads delegation to Taiwan amid high U.S.-China tensions
1 year, 10 months ago

California lawmaker leads delegation to Taiwan amid high U.S.-China tensions

LA Times  

Despite heightened tensions between Washington and Beijing over the recent downing of a Chinese balloon, a U.S. congressional delegation led by California Rep. Ro Khanna plans to visit Taiwan this weekend — a move sure to be seen by China as a provocation. “I look forward to learning more about Taiwan’s semiconductor industry and the economic ties between Taiwan and …

‘Everyone’s trying to row in the same direction’: Spy balloon saga tests bipartisan China committee
1 year, 10 months ago

‘Everyone’s trying to row in the same direction’: Spy balloon saga tests bipartisan China committee

CNN  

CNN — After House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries announced his Democratic appointments to a select committee on the threat posed by China, the top Republican chairing the panel, GOP Rep. Mike Gallagher of Wisconsin, gave Jeffries some surprising feedback: his stamp of approval. “ saw the members that Speaker McCarthy appointed, and saw that we’re not going to turn this …

Washington in disarray after House speaker debacle
1 year, 10 months ago

Washington in disarray after House speaker debacle

China Daily  

The US Capitol building is seen in Washington, D.C., the United States, Nov 4, 2022. Three days after taking the speaker's gavel, McCarthy set up a new panel — the "House Select Committee on the Strategic Competition Between the US and the Chinese Communist Party" — to focus on China's competitiveness and the continued battle over agriculture and intellectual property. …

US House will address ‘rise of Chinese Communist party’: Speaker McCarthy
1 year, 11 months ago

US House will address ‘rise of Chinese Communist party’: Speaker McCarthy

Hindustan Times  

Newly-elected Speaker of the House of Representatives Kevin McCarthy on Saturday said he will look into the issue of public debt and pledged that the House will address the "rise of the Chinese Communist party." In his maiden speech as Speaker, McCarthy said he wanted the US to win the economic competition with China. “We will address America's long-term challenges: …

kevin mccarthy inaugural speech after being elected speaker of us house of representatives
1 year, 11 months ago

kevin mccarthy inaugural speech after being elected speaker of us house of representatives

The Hindu  

Newly-elected Speaker of the House of Representatives Kevin McCarthy on January 7, 2023 said he will look into the issue of public debt and pledged that the House will address the "rise of the Chinese Communist party." Mr. McCarthy, 57, was elected the House Speaker in a historic post-midnight 15th ballot on January 7, 2023. In his maiden speech as …

McCarthy becomes US House speaker, but with diminished power
1 year, 11 months ago

McCarthy becomes US House speaker, but with diminished power

Al Jazeera  

The 57-year-old representative’s elevation comes after making major concessions to an ultraconservative bloc of the party. Like the two most recent Republican speakers, John Boehner and Paul Ryan, McCarthy takes the helm of a restive, rebellious House majority, mirroring that split in the larger party itself, between what’s left of the Grand Old Party conservatives and a new generation of …

McCarthy offers deal to end standoff in U.S. House speaker fight
1 year, 11 months ago

McCarthy offers deal to end standoff in U.S. House speaker fight

The Hindu  

The contours of a deal that could make Republican leader Kevin McCarthy the U.S. House speaker have begun to emerge after three grueling days and 11 failed votes in a political spectacle unseen in a century. “It’s not how you start, it’s how you finish.” The agreement Mr. McCarthy presented to the holdouts from the conservative Freedom Caucus and others …

After Another Failed Vote, McCarthy’s Speaker Bid Is Starting to Look Pathetic
1 year, 11 months ago

After Another Failed Vote, McCarthy’s Speaker Bid Is Starting to Look Pathetic

Politico  

That age, McCarthy’s travails make clear, is not defined exclusively by former President Donald Trump. McCarthy and his allies had signaled before the voting began that he was prepared to insist on vote after vote, for days if necessary, to grind down opposition and win vindication for his desperate plea, in a Monday closed-door meeting, that, “I’ve earned this job.” …

McCarthy’s pursuit of speaker’s gavel comes at a high cost
2 years ago

McCarthy’s pursuit of speaker’s gavel comes at a high cost

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — Republican leader Kevin McCarthy is in the fight of his political life, grinding through the promises and proposals, cajoling and deal-making necessary to win over reluctant colleagues whose support he needs to become House speaker. When the new Congress convenes in January, the whole House, Republicans and Democrats, will vote on speaker and McCarthy’s party will need to …

McCarthy’s quest to be speaker collides with GOP failures
2 years, 1 month ago

McCarthy’s quest to be speaker collides with GOP failures

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — The promise of a red wave receding, Republicans on Wednesday faced the stark reality that any return to power would mean presiding over a narrowly split Congress, and the party’s dismal performance weakened House GOP leader Kevin McCarthy as he reaches for the speaker’s gavel. If Republicans pick up the remaining seats needed to break the Democrats’ one-party …

When Nancy and Newt Went to Taiwan
2 years, 3 months ago

When Nancy and Newt Went to Taiwan

The Diplomat  

When U.S. Speaker of the House of Representatives Nancy Pelosi went to Taiwan last month, she did so in the shadow of a legacy left by a previous speaker, Newt Gingrich. “We will firmly uphold our nation's sovereignty and continue to hold the line of defense for democracy.” It was inevitable that China’s displeasure that Pelosi defied its warnings to …

Pelosi’s Taiwan visit is a big opportunity for India: Here’s what a view from Taipei suggests
2 years, 3 months ago

Pelosi’s Taiwan visit is a big opportunity for India: Here’s what a view from Taipei suggests

Firstpost  

New Delhi: The US House of Representatives Speaker, Nancy Pelosi, visited Taiwan earlier this month. To justify its position, it stated that the United States and Taiwan are changing the status quo through regular political exchanges and that the United States is interfering in China’s internal matters. Pelosi’s visit was well received in Taiwan and has accrued benefits for the …

Taiwan visit of Nancy Pelosi heightens US-China tensions
2 years, 3 months ago

Taiwan visit of Nancy Pelosi heightens US-China tensions

The Hindu  

Published : Aug 27, 2022 13:10 IST The recent Taiwan visit of Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the US House of Representatives, not surprisingly, triggered a strong reaction from the Chinese government. “The nature of bilateral relationship between China and the US has changed and the Taiwan issue has been used as an outpost and a pawn in Washington’s efforts to …

US senator meets Taiwan president amid tensions with China
2 years, 3 months ago

US senator meets Taiwan president amid tensions with China

Associated Press  

TAIPEI, Taiwan — U.S. Sen. Marsha Blackburn met with Taiwan’s President Tsai Ing-wen on Friday, in the second visit by members of Congress since House Speaker Nancy Pelosi’s trip earlier this month sharply raised tensions with China. Blackburn, a Republican from Tennessee, reaffirmed shared values between the two governments and said she “looked forward to continuing to support Taiwan as …

Why is Taiwan now so important to US politicians?
2 years, 3 months ago

Why is Taiwan now so important to US politicians?

Al Jazeera  

US House Speaker Pelosi’s Taiwan visit led to a crisis between the US and China; now more US officials are visiting. From ‘strategic ambiguity’ to strategic clarity The US policy towards Taiwan has involved what is known as “strategic ambiguity”. The strongest signal of a shift away from strategic ambiguity came in May when US President Joe Biden said he …

Some Facts About Pelosi's Visit to Taiwan
2 years, 3 months ago

Some Facts About Pelosi's Visit to Taiwan

China Daily  

Introduction Speaker of the US House of Representatives Nancy Pelosi made a provocative visit to China's Taiwan region recently in disregard of the Chinese side's stern warnings. The United States Government has no intention of infringing on Chinese sovereignty and territorial integrity, or interfering in China's internal affairs, or pursuing a policy of 'two Chinas' or 'one China, one Taiwan'." …

Some Facts About Pelosi's Visit to Taiwan
2 years, 3 months ago

Some Facts About Pelosi's Visit to Taiwan

China Daily  

Introduction Speaker of the US House of Representatives Nancy Pelosi made a provocative visit to China's Taiwan region recently in disregard of the Chinese side's stern warnings. The United States Government has no intention of infringing on Chinese sovereignty and territorial integrity, or interfering in China's internal affairs, or pursuing a policy of 'two Chinas' or 'one China, one Taiwan'." …

China’s response to Pelosi visit a sign of future intentions
2 years, 4 months ago

China’s response to Pelosi visit a sign of future intentions

Associated Press  

BANGKOK — China’s response to U.S. House Speaker Nancy Pelosi’s visit to Taiwan was anything but subtle — dispatching warships and military aircraft to all sides of the self-governing island democracy, and firing ballistic missiles into the waters nearby. Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Hua Chunying called Pelosi’s visit a “serious provocation” and accused Washington of breaking the status quo and …

EXPLAINER: Why US lawmakers’ Taiwan trips keep riling China
2 years, 4 months ago

EXPLAINER: Why US lawmakers’ Taiwan trips keep riling China

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — Taiwan is high on the summer travel list for U.S. members of Congress on their August recess this year, as U.S. lawmakers make a point of asserting American support for the self-governed island despite objections from China. The payoff photos from this week’s five-member congressional visit, like that of House Speaker Nancy Pelosi less than two weeks earlier, …

‘Stop Playing with Fire’: China Hits Back at US' Congressional Visit to Taiwan After Pelosi Visit, Military Drills
2 years, 4 months ago

‘Stop Playing with Fire’: China Hits Back at US' Congressional Visit to Taiwan After Pelosi Visit, Military Drills

News 18  

A US congressional delegation arrived in Taiwan on Sunday, officials said, days after China held military drills around the island in retaliation for US House Speaker Nancy Pelosi’s visit. China responded angrily to this new visit as well, with the state news agency Xinhua publishing a commentary with the headline “US politicians should stop playing with fire on Taiwan question.” …

More US lawmakers visit Taiwan 12 days after Pelosi trip
2 years, 4 months ago

More US lawmakers visit Taiwan 12 days after Pelosi trip

Associated Press  

TAIPEI, Taiwan — A delegation of American lawmakers arrived in Taiwan on Sunday, just 12 days after a visit by U.S. House Speaker Nancy Pelosi that prompted China to launch days of threatening military drills around the self-governing island that Beijing says must come under its control. China responded to Pelosi’s Aug. 2 visit by sending missiles, warships and warplanes …

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