This chapter discusses Beijing's perspective on politician Lie, who disagrees with China on Taiwan's status. It explores the implications of Lie's approach and the election result on his party.
Taiwan’s presidential election shows that voters are willing to defy China, the 2024 US presidential election kicks off today, and American banks say that American consumers are in good shape.
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