Taiwan denies blocking Chinese athletes ahead of World Masters Games

Amid reports that some of the 500 Chinese athletes seeking to take part in the World Masters Games could withdraw due to difficulties entering Taiwan, the event organizer said Thursday that entry applications are still being processed, with the authorities confirming around half have been approved.

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