For decades, the US worked hard to maintain good relations with both Beijing and Taipei despite the two sides’ dispute as to whether Taiwan is (or should be) part of the PRC. Throughout that time Washington’s policy was that while the US has no preference regarding the ultimate resolution of the Taiwan Strait disagreement, it has a strong interest in peace and stability in the region. Thus, any outcome is acceptable, so long as it is achieved peacefully, without coercion, and with the consent of the people of Taiwan.

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