China praises blocking of Taiwan president’s Africa trip, Taipei defiant

KWSN·Apr 21

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Taiwan's president has canceled a trip to Africa after several countries revoked flight permits. China has praised these countries for their actions, while Taiwan has responded defiantly. The circumstances of the permit revocations are unclear, with some reports suggesting China applied pressure on the African nations.

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China praises blocking of Taiwan president's Africa trip, Taipei defiant

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The Independent·Apr 22

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