taiwan

• Nome próprio que designa uma ilha no sudeste da Ásia, a cerca de 160 km da costa da China continental no Mar da China Meridional, bem como o governo fundado ali em 1949.

A proper noun referring to an island in southeastern Asia, approximately 100 miles off the coast of mainland China in the South China Sea, and also to the government established there in 1949.

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1. Island in East AsiaB1formal

   An island located in East Asia, off the southeastern coast of mainland China, in the South China Sea.

   Taiwan

   • Taiwan is known for its mountainous landscapes and modern cities.
   • The island of Taiwan has a population of over 23 million people.
   • Many tourists visit Taiwan for its night markets and hot springs.

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2. Government established in 1949B2formalpolitical

   A government established on the island of Taiwan in 1949 by Chiang Kai-shek, following the Communist takeover of mainland China.

   Governo estabelecido em 1949

   • The government in Taiwan has its own political and economic systems.
   • After 1949, Taiwan developed into a major economic power in Asia.
   • The government of Taiwan maintains diplomatic relations with several countries.