World News / 20 September 2022
Biden holds firm on Taiwan
US President Joe Biden has again said that America would defend Taiwan if it was attacked. Yes, he’s said that a few times, but in a new interview with America’s 60 Minutes, he’s said ‘yes’ to a question about whether US forces would defend Taiwan on the ground if it were invaded by China, which claims it as its own territory. Some noted the contradiction with America’s longstanding ‘One China’ policy, which does not recognise Taiwan as a country. Still, White House officials reiterated that there’s no change in approach. Another tidbit from that interview – Biden said it “remains to be seen” whether he will run for President again in 2024. The 79yo is the oldest person to serve as POTUS – and his 76yo predecessor has issued another tease for a comeback… #SquizShortcut
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