The parent comment’s question posed it as why CHINA cares so much about Taiwan. So the point still stands. I also challenge you on whether there’s de-facto rec

The parent comment’s question posed it as why CHINA cares so much about Taiwan. So the point still stands. I also challenge you on whether there’s de-facto recognition of Taiwan. Diplomatic contacts are limited, and there’s no formal US embassy in Taiwan. Taiwan doesn’t get a vote in any UN body.