1999, July 10. 2001. The Encyclopedia of World History

The Encyclopedia of World History. 2001.


1999, July 10

In a public declaration of Taiwanese autonomy Pres. Lee announced Taiwan's abandonment of the long-standing “One China” policy. A possible threat to international peace, Pres. Lee's new policy with regard to Chinese relations held that Taiwan would work with China on a state-to-state basis.	1

Aug. 18

Pres. Lee's Taiwan government expressed interest in being included in a proposed anti-missile defense system with its Asian allies. This public defiance of Beijing was reported to have infuriated the Chinese government.	2


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