Taiwan is an island located about 100 miles off the coast of southeast China.
Taiwan considers itself a sovereign nation.
It has its own constitution.
Taiwan has a government elected by the people.
At the same time, the Communist government of China claims Taiwan to be part of its country.
Historically, Taiwan was once part of China.
China wants to recapture this island again.
Chinese President Xi Jinping strongly advocates the reunification of Taiwan and China.