Taiwan official's Europe trip sparks China complaint
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China has formally complained to Italy and the European Union after a senior Taiwanese official attended a democracy conference in Europe.
Beijing objects to any foreign visits by high-ranking Taiwanese officials. It considers Taiwan part of its territory.
The European Union is managing difficult relations with China. Visits by top Taiwanese officials to Europe are rare.