Taiwan's Lai rejects China pressure, pledges stronger defense

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Taiwan's Vice President Lai Ching-te has pledged to strengthen the island's defenses in the face of increasing pressure from China. His statements come amid ongoing geopolitical tensions surrounding Taiwan's sovereignty.

Lai Ching-te defended Taiwan's sovereignty after US President Donald Trump suggested that arms sales to the island could be used as leverage in talks with China.

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