Posted 1/13/2024, 3:25:00 PM
Biden Affirms US Support for Taiwan After President Lai's Re-election Win Amid China Tensions
- Biden said the US does not support Taiwan independence after Taiwanese president Lai Ching-te won re-election
- Lai won despite Chinese pressure to reject him; he pledged to stand up to Beijing but also seek talks
- The US warned against any interference in Taiwan's election and is its main international backer, though no formal diplomatic ties
- Blinken congratulated Lai and said the US looks to advance its "unofficial relationship" with Taiwan
- The Biden administration plans to send an unofficial delegation to Taiwan in a show of support amid fears China may escalate conflict