WASHINGTON -- The U.S. is forging closer military and commercial ties with Taiwan to deter mainland China's growing pressure on the island, a strategy that could also give Washington leverage in trade negotiations with Beijing.
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Taiwan tensions rise as US and China seek edge on trade
Island becomes a valuable negotiation card for Washington's talks with Beijing
Taiwan put 29 Apache helicopters purchased from the U.S. into operation this month, viewing the "tank killers" as a defense against a potential attack by mainland China.
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