A surprise appearance at the European Parliament by Taiwan’s No 2 leader Hsiao Bi-khim has stirred debate at home over whether the move signals a substantial breakthrough in ties with Europe – or if it was just a risky publicity stunt. Supporters hailed the event as a success for Taiwan’s outreach to Europe, while critics called it little more than a rented hall performance. In a late-night statement on Friday, the office of William Lai Ching-te said the Taiwanese leader had personally…
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