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This point highlights ongoing geopolitical efforts to pressure China into aligning more closely with Western interests and to mitigate the effects of its support for regimes deemed hostile or destabilizing.
The Sensitivity Surrounding Taiwan
Although explicitly not discussed in this meeting, the transcript hints at the importance of Taiwan in diplomatic circles. One participant notes that Taiwan is "passionate" about the issue and suggests that any serious discussion on the matter would require a separate, dedicated meeting. The complexity surrounding Taiwan's status—tied to regional security, national sovereignty, and U.S.-China relations—makes it a highly sensitive topic that cannot be easily addressed alongside broader economic talks.