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Taiwan insists it is independent after Trump warning
Filed: May 16, 2026 at 9:05 PM ET
Summary: Taiwan reiterated its independence after US President Trump warned against a formal declaration.
WHO: Taiwan
WHAT: Taiwan insisted it is independent following a Trump warning against a formal declaration.
WHEN: May 16, 2026 at 1:01 PM ET
WHERE: Taiwan
WHY: Trump warned against a formal declaration of independence by the island.
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