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Taiwan on Thursday said it will “defend itself,” calling on China to “to learn from history and push for democratic reforms.” “Taiwan's democratic values differ from those of the Chinese Communist Party,” said Taiwan's Mainland Affairs Council (MAC) in a statement to daily Taiwan News. The council said that “mutual respect and understanding are needed for a better cross-strait relationship.” Taipei’s assertions came after Chinese President Xi Jinping early Thursday said that “solving the Taiwan question and realizing reunification are the unswerving historical tasks of the CPC and all Chinese people.” Beijing considers the island a "breakaway province," while Taipei...
