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The Foreign Secretary also warned that if Beijing invaded Taiwan, it would destroy world trade.

UK foreign secretary warns a war across Taiwan strait and likely destruction of semiconductor industry would have global effects

The president of Guatemala has appealed to other governments to respect Taiwan’s sovereignty during an official visit at a time when China’s ruling Communist Party is stepping up efforts to isolate the self-ruled island democracy claimed by Beijing as part of its territory

The visits come amid heightened tension over self-ruled Taiwan, which Beijing claims as its own territory.

South Korea used to be shy to talk about Taiwan and reluctant to get involved in contentions between the U.S. and China, but experts say this might be changing.

Guatemalan President Alejandro Giammattei pledged his unconditional support on Tuesday for the "Republic of Taiwan" on a trip that comes as China steps up pressure on the handful of countries that still maintain formal ties with the island.

Virginia Gov. Glenn Youngkin has met with the president of Taiwan to discuss mutual trade and investment initiatives and other business matters

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