Biden says US does not support Taiwan’s independence following election - eviltoast
  • ShittyBeatlesFCPres@lemmy.world
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    10 months ago

    Because everyone knows what they mean and changes in wording are negotiated and set off diplomatic tizzies. I studied international relations and every word is negotiated by ambassadors or state department employees and presidents just say them.