Biden Taiwan policy

The important nuances of “strategic ambiguity” and other elements of U.S. policy are often lost in the headlines.

The Biden team thinks its adjustments to Taiwan policy will prevent a miscalculation by Beijing. Unfortunately, that may itself be a miscalculation.

As President Biden doubles down on his commitment to defend Taiwan, the discrepancies between Chinese and U.S. interpretations of their foundational diplomatic policies are beginning to show.

The House speaker is reportedly planning a trip to Taiwan in August. China had promised to take “strong measures” in response.

President Biden’s repeated promises to defend Taiwan reflect a shift in U.S. strategic thinking that threatens the bottom line of China-U.S. relations.

The trip came amid a busy diplomatic stretch, including Taiwan-Europe exchanges as well as the Biden-Xi phone call.

Even U.S. presidents apparently need a primer on the U.S. stance on Taiwan’s defense.

Building on the Trump administration's tough line, President Joe Biden and his cabinet have missed no opportunity to reiterate the U.S. commitment to Taipei.

“Strategic ambiguity” is not a policy; it is a tactic. The difference matters.

Increased U.S. support has raised hopes in Taiwan – and some of those expectations may be difficult for Washington to meet.

Deterring Chinese coercion will take a concerted effort across the economic, political, and military fronts.