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Self-interested Taiwanese politicians are making the country increasingly ungovernable. China is the only winner
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He suggests he is bargaining with China over weapons sales to the island

He suggests he is bargaining with China over weapons sales to the island

Some in Taipei and Washington fear he may give ground

Neither side sees backing down as an option

Installing his yes-men to lead the army could be dangerous for Taiwan

Many still have doubts about her outreach to Xi Jinping