As China-US tensions flare up over the Taiwan Strait, the business community is watching with apprehension. Taiwan's exporters with extensive investments on the mainland say they do not want to be caught in the cross-fire. Liao Chun-ying, an entrepreneur from Taiwan based in south China's Guangzhou, says geopolitical tensions will hurt investment and overall business sentiment. "Peace is precious," she said. Liao hopes practical concerns will prevail, especially as companies are already sufferin