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Trump's weakened influence complicates US-China talks on Taiwan

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Donald Trump's diminished influence following the midterm elections presents a complex scenario for US-China relations, particularly concerning Taiwan. With Democrats now controlling both houses of Congress, the ability of any single figure, including Trump, to unilaterally dictate foreign policy or compel party adherence is significantly reduced. This shift impacts crucial decisions, such as the delayed US$14 billion arms package for Taiwan, which includes advanced missile systems and command and control technology. AI

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Trump's weakened influence complicates US-China talks on Taiwan

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  1. SCMP — Tech TIER_1 English(EN) · Juan Fernando Herrera Ramos ·

    How Trump’s weakened grip on Congress complicates talks with China

    The Democratic sweep of the US midterm elections has transformed the political balance in Washington, but it has not transferred control of foreign policy from the White House to Congress. When the new Congress convenes in January, Democrats will control both the House of Represe…

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