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Taiwan election angers China

Jan 17, 2024
The podcast discusses Taiwan's recent presidential election, highlighting the election of William Lai and China's angry response. It explores the complexities of Taiwan-China relations, the maintenance of the status quo, and the dual meaning of the word 'fuming'. The hosts also explain the metaphorical meaning of 'rock solid' and its connection to US support for Taiwan.
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1
Introduction
00:00 • 2min
2
Taiwan's Re-election and the Status Quo
01:30 • 2min
3
China's Anger and the Meaning of 'Fuming'
03:20 • 2min
4
Exploring the phrase 'rock solid' and its metaphorical meaning
05:01 • 2min