Syria, Iran condemn Pelosi’s visit to Taiwan
China is a close ally of both countries but has also made economic inroads recently with US partners in the Middle East.
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Congresswoman Nancy Pelosi’s visit to Taiwan is drawing reactions in the Middle East.
What happened: The California Democrat and speaker of the House of Representatives traveled today to the Asian island claimed by the People’s Republic of China. A longtime critic of China, Pelosi tweeted that the visit demonstrates the United States’ “unwavering commitment to supporting Taiwan’s vibrant Democracy.”