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China's government has accused Taiwan’s ruling party of seeking independence, a day after the self-governing island’s president lobbied for Australia’s support in joining a regional trade pact

Measures include making it easier for Taiwanese people to live and work in China, but the plan comes amid major military exercises

A U.S. congressional delegation visiting Taiwan says the U.S. would act if the island was attacked and promised to resolve the $19 billion backlog in its defense purchases from the U.S. Rob Wittman, vice chairman of the House Armed Services Committee, said: “Know that any hostile unprovoked attack on Taiwan…

The move is likely to anger Beijing, which claims the self-ruled island as its own territory.

Foxconn founder Terry Gou enters a crowded race to replace outgoing Taiwan president Tsai Ing-wen, pledging improved ties with China and greater economic growth.

Gou will run as an independent after losing the race to be the candidate for the opposition Kuomintang.

The billionaire has touted his business experience, saying it was the ‘era of entrepreneurs’ rule’

Lai’s comments come as China urges the United States to stop selling arms to Taiwan.

The deal with Taiwan, which has not yet been finalised, would exacerbate soaring tensions between the US and China.