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The Wall Street Journal
TikTok’s Behind-the-Scenes Help in Washington: Former Obama, Disney Advisers — Zenia Mucha, Jim Messina and David Plouffe were brought on to advise the video app’s CEO on handling U.S. criticism over China ties.
Japan Curbs Semiconductor-Gear Exports as Ties With China Chill — Move comes as Tokyo’s foreign minister plans to visit Beijing after detention of Japanese man.
Political Uncertainty in Taiwan Adds to U.S.-China Tensions — Sliding support for President Tsai Ing-wen’s party marks possible tilt away from Washington.
Chinese Christians Detained in Thailand While Seeking U.N. Protection