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Congress has granted presidents broad power to declare national emergencies at their discretion, unlocking standby powers that include redirecting funds lawmakers had appropriated for other purposes.

Shops and the stock market opened late on Thursday to reduce traffic congestion, and authorities adjusted public transport operating hours and put more than a dozen spare trains on standby in case of breakdowns.

Both sides have armies of lawyers on standby for legal challenges on and after election day.

Taiwan’s defence ministry put 36,000 soldiers on standby for potential rescue efforts.

"Our local teams are on standby and ready to respond quickly to support our customers," he added.