Chen Rejects Talks on China's Terms, Advocates Patient Stance for Taiwan
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Taiwan President-elect Chen Shiu-bian expects U.S. support in his rejection of Beijing's demand for dialogue on the condition of a "one China principle."
Publication Name: Wall Street Journal. Europe
Subject: Business, international
ISSN: 0921-9986
Year: 2000
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Earthquake power outages shackle Taiwan's economy
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An earthquake of magnitude 7.6 on the Richter scale struck Taiwan on Sep 21, 1999, leaving more than 2,000 people dead and causing widespread power outages. Rescue teams from several countries are helping to look for survivors. The central bank and many local companies promise contributions to assist displaced victims.
Publication Name: Wall Street Journal. Europe
Subject: Business, international
ISSN: 0921-9986
Year: 1999
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Journey across strait puts Chinese illegals in limbo
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Some mainland Chinese have illegally emigrated to Taiwan in search of better jobs and more money but have gotten caught and placed in detention centers. The agreement that requires detainees to be sent home within 20 days has not been complied with by mainland China.
Publication Name: Wall Street Journal. Europe
Subject: Business, international
ISSN: 0921-9986
Year: 1999
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