TAIPEI -- Beijing's move to punish Taiwan's autonomous ambitions by restricting travel to the island has resulted in a plunge in tourists from the mainland, but China’s strong-arm tactic could end up backfiring as public resentment grows.
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Chinese tourists to Taiwan plunge 60% in September
Beijing's move to ban travel to island fans resentment among residents
Taiwan's tourist spots, such as the scenic streets of Jiufen, have been hit by a sharp decrease of Chinese travelers. (Photo by Kensaku Ihara)
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