Taiwan Asserts U.S. Commitment to Indo-Pacific Security

Taiwan's defense minister emphasizes the strategic importance of U.S. presence in the region despite concerns over President Trump's shifting policies.

Taiwan's Defense Minister Wellington Koo stated that it is 'impossible' for the United States to abandon the Indo-Pacific region, citing its core national interests.
Concerns have grown in Taiwan following President Trump's recent criticism of the island's semiconductor dominance and defense spending, as well as his hesitance to commit to Taiwan's defense against potential Chinese aggression.
Koo highlighted the importance of maintaining peace and stability in the Taiwan Strait and South China Sea as vital to U.S. strategic priorities.
Taiwan plans to increase its military spending in response to what it describes as a rapidly evolving international landscape and escalating threats from adversaries like China.
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC) will expand operations in the U.S. while retaining its most advanced technologies domestically, aligning with Taiwan's broader strategy to balance economic and security interests.