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The spectre of Taiwanese independence and China’s looming dilemma

Taiwan’s opposition is calling the next election a choice between war and peace, but it may be Chinese operations other than war that Taipei should fear.

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The election in Taiwan in January will see an end to the government of President Tsai Ing-wen.

The election in Taiwan in January will see an end to the government of President Tsai Ing-wen.

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Christian Le Miere

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