Biden Vow To Defend Free China Walked Back Once Again by White House

Biden’s comments come amid rising tension over Taiwan following efforts by Beijing to intimidate the island and visits to Taipei by political figures including Speaker Pelosi.

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President Biden and first lady Jill Biden before boarding Air Force One at Andrews Air Force Base, September 17, 2022. AP/Gemunu Amarasinghe, file

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Published: Sep 18, 2022, 11:08 PM ET
Updated:Sep 19, 2022, 05:51 AM ET

BEIJING — President Biden said American forces would defend the Republic of China on Taiwan if Communist China tries to invade the self-ruled island claimed by Beijing as part of its territory — only to have the remarks walked back by the White House.

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Biden Vow To Defend Free China Walked Back Once Again by White House

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