Wednesday, October 14Global edition

Topic: Taiwan deterrence strategy

US envoy tells investors they are overpricing the risk of war over Taiwan

Michael DeSombre called Xi Jinping a 'very rational actor' who would back down if military action looked like it would fail or carry major consequences. His remarks came before a planned Trump–Xi meeting on 30 October and amid reports of an unprecedented military vessel sighting off Taiwan's coast.

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