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Chris Van Hollen: It is our hope that Taiwan can be an aggressive competitor with China and with other nations, even with us, but not to…

On the recordApril 29, 2024
It is our hope that Taiwan can be an aggressive competitor with China and with other nations, even with us, but not to be conquered by China.
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Chris Van Hollen
Democratic · Maryland

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Expresses support for Taiwan's independence and competitive stance against China.

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