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Scott Heidler

Taiwan election seen as referendum on China influence

Taiwan election seen as referendum on China influence

After seven months of unrest in Hong Kong, people in Taiwan are taking notice.

Hundreds of pro-democracy protesters have fled to the island since the demonstrations began.

And Taiwan's presidential election this weekend is seen as a referendum on Beijing's increasing influence.

Al Jazeera's Scott Heidler reports from Taipei.

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