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Trump Speaks With Taiwan's President, Seen As Break From 'One China' Policy

By Daniella Diaz

PHILADELPHIA (CNN) -- President-elect Donald Trump spoke with the President of Taiwan on Friday, according to a statement from his transition team, a move that could trigger a diplomatic disagreement with China, which claims the island as part of its own country.

"President-elect Trump spoke with President Tsai Ing-wen of Taiwan, who offered her congratulations. During the discussion, they noted the close economic, political, and security ties exists between Taiwan and the United States. President-elect Trump also congratulated President Tsai on becoming President of Taiwan earlier this year."

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The call breaks decades of US policy toward China and Taiwan. It could be viewed by China as a serious shift from the so-called "One China" policy, which has been in place since the late 1970s.

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