The United States’ top trade representative met with her Taiwanese counterpart on Friday to discuss measures to strengthen trade and investment links between the two nations. Prior to the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) ministerial conference, US Trade Representative Katherine Tai met with Taiwan’s top trade negotiator John Deng in Bangkok. According to a statement from … Read more
WASHINGTON – The United States military “absolutely” has the ability to defend Taiwan from an attack by China if called on to do so, US Joint Chiefs Chairman Mark Milley said Wednesday. Milley said he did not expect China would take military action against the island in the next 24 months. But, when asked if … Read more
WASHINGTON – US Secretary of State Antony Blinken on Tuesday urged United Nations member states to include Taiwan in more UN institutions, despite opposition from China. “Taiwan has not been permitted to contribute to UN efforts,” Blinken said in a statement. “We encourage all UN member states to join us in supporting Taiwan’s robust, meaningful participation … Read more
US Defence Secretary Lloyd Austin said Friday the Pentagon would continue to support Taiwan’s military but declined to say if US troops would defend the island against China, after President Joe Biden said there was an American “commitment” to do so. “As we’ve done over multiple administrations, we will continue to help Taiwan with the … Read more
China has announced that it is conducting military exercises near the Taiwan strait. The most senior official from the United States’ State Department visits Taiwan. According to the international news agency, the live-fire drills come as tensions between Beijing and Washington increases, the US moves to show its support for Taiwan. China’s defence ministry spokesperson … Read more
