Global Politics Report Editorial

Conflict over Taiwan would be disastrous, de facto US ambassador warns

The United States remains Taiwan's main international backer and arms supplier despite lack of formal diplomatic ties.

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Source: Al Jazeera

Politics desk: Policy

Published: Sep. 09, 2026 at 12:04 AM ET

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Original source: Al Jazeera