China Could Control First Island Chain 'If Taiwan Falls,' Pose Threat to US - US Lawmaker

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2026-02-12
WASHINGTON, February 12 (RIA Novosti) - China would seize control over the first island chain, undermining US interests, if Taiwan falls, US Congressman and chairman of the House Select Committee on the Strategic Competition between the United States and the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) John Moolenaar said on Thursday. "If Taiwan falls, the Chinese Communist Party will control the center of gravity along the first island chain, giving Beijing le......
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