The reported trip comes as Washington and Beijing work to defuse escalating tensions
A leading US Republican senator is set to head a congressional delegation to Taiwan in August, the Financial Times reported on Thursday, citing sources familiar with the plans.
Roger Wicker, the top Republican on the Senate Armed Services Committee and a staunch advocate for Taipei, is expected to reaffirm American support for the island amid signs that the administration of US President Donald Trump is adopting a more conciliatory approach toward Beijing, the outlet said.
US congressional visits to Taiwan occur several times a year and routinely draw sharp…
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