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On the recordApril 30, 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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Expressing support for Taiwan's independence and military strength against China.

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