China Accuses the US of Significant Backtracking on Taiwan

China's Foreign Ministry criticized the U.S. for revising a fact sheet that removed the phrase "we do not support Taiwan independence," stating that the U.S. has "gravely backpedaled" on its Taiwan position. Taiwan's government welcomed the change in the U.S. fact sheet without specifying the language that was removed. The updated U.S. fact sheet highlights a strong partnership between Taiwan and the U.S., emphasizing peaceful resolutions without coercion. There are concerns in Taiwan about the level of U.S. support for the island in comparison to previous administrations, especially concerning Taiwan's semiconductor industry.