From the one-China policy to the Taiwan Relations Act, here’s what to know

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August 6, 2022 at 4:55 a.m. EDT
People walk past a billboard welcoming U.S. House Speaker Nancy Pelosi in Taipei, Taiwan, on Aug. 3. (Chiang Ying-Ying/AP)
News from California, the nations and world - Los Angeles Times 🤣🙁😱 From the one-China policy to the Taiwan Relations Act, here's what you need to know - The Washington Post

House Speaker Nancy Pelosi’s visit to Taiwan this week heightened tensions between China and the United States. Behind the recent developments, including Beijing’s show of force in response, is a long history of shifting ties and frictions.

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News from California, the nations and world - Los Angeles Times 🤣🙁😱 From the one-China policy to the Taiwan Relations Act, here's what you need to know - The Washington Post
News from California, the nations and world - Los Angeles Times 🤣🙁😱 From the one-China policy to the Taiwan Relations Act, here's what you need to know - The Washington Post