The White House labeled Taiwan a country when Trump announced tariffs. The issue? It isn't one

Taiwan was listed as a country the top of a cardboard sign held up by Trump during his tariff ceremony. But it isn't one, and China is not happy.
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What is 'Taiwan independence' and is Taiwan already independent?

TAIPEI, Oct 21 (Reuters) - U.S. President Donald Trump said on Monday he expects to reach a fair trade deal with Chinese President Xi Jinping and downplayed risks of a clash over the issue of Taiwan.