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John Cornyn: Taiwan remains the most acute sovereignty issue for China and the main driver for military modernization programs.

On the recordFebruary 13, 2012
Taiwan remains the most acute sovereignty issue for China and the main driver for military modernization programs.
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John Cornyn
Republican · Texas

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Discussing Taiwan's significance in U.S.-China relations and military dynamics.

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