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Former Vice President Pence calls on Trump to renew US support for Taiwan

Former U.S. Vice President Mike Pence urged President-elect Donald Trump to renew support for Taiwan during his visit to Taipei, emphasizing the need for U.S. Commitment against a potential Chinese invasion.
Pence warned that China's annexation of Taiwan could lead to global trade disruptions and a new nuclear arms race, stating, 'The fall of Taiwan would likely spark a new nuclear arms race.'
Pence highlighted that the United States remains Taiwan's main arms provider and called for negotiations for a free trade agreement, which could provoke strong opposition from China.
Pence reassured the Taiwanese people that the U.S. Would not abandon its allies, asserting that 'Taiwan's security is not just a regional issue but a global concern.

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