self-governed

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"We're very clear about where we cooperate, where we differ," he said, adding that Chinese claims over self-governed Taiwan and Hong Kong's jailed pro-democracy figure Jimmy Lai came up in "broad discussions".

From BBC

For weeks, China and Japan have been engaged in a diplomatic row over the former's claim on self-governed Taiwan, which puts Seoul, a key regional power, in an awkward spot.

From BBC

As for China, President Xi Jinping has made few outright threats against the self-governed island of Taiwan recently.

From BBC

Its capital Nuuk is self-governed, but relies on Copenhagen for management of currency, foreign relations and defence - as well as substantial subsidies.

From BBC

He said Japan was closely monitoring developments on self-governed Taiwan as well.

From Seattle Times