The announcement of the first talks in 66 years between China’s president and the leader of Taiwan this week was a surprise to some observers, who describe it as a further sign of Beijing’s readiness to take risks.
They also say the meeting scheduled for Saturday between Chinese President Xi Jinping Taiwanese leader Ma Ying-jeou in Singapore may have implications for Japan.
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