Former US President and presidential candidate Donald Trump made a bold statement that Taiwan should pay the US for military protection from the threat from China.
This information was reported by The Guardian, reports URA-Inform.
Trump's claim for compensation
Speaking at one of his campaign rallies, Trump noted: “You know, we are no different from an insurance company. Taiwan doesn't give us anything, they took away our entire chip business. They are incredibly rich.” These words caused widespread resonance as they hint at the possibility of changes in US policy towards Taiwan should it return to the White House.
Financial fairness or political threat?
Trump's statement raises questions about how fair it is to expect Taiwan to compensate for military protection. He emphasized that Taiwan has benefited greatly from American support while the United States has received nothing in return, especially given Taiwan's role in the global chip industry.
Revisiting support Washington
The statement also calls into question Washington's willingness to continue unconditional support for Taiwan if Trump becomes president again. The Guardian comments that such rhetoric could significantly impact perceptions of US policy towards the island democracy, creating uncertainty in the region.
Political and economic implications
Experts note that a change in the US approach to Taiwan could have far-reaching consequences for the global economy and security. Taiwan is one of the largest producers of semiconductor microchips, vital to a variety of industries, from cars to smartphones. If relations between the United States and Taiwan worsen, global supply chains could be disrupted, leading to significant economic losses.
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