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Did the US Just Change Its Taiwan Policy?

Did the US Just Change Its Taiwan Policy?

By Bruce Xin Tao
Updates to a State Department factsheet on Taiwan could indicate a tactical adjustment or a strategic shift. 
Making Sense of Biden’s Taiwan Policy

Making Sense of Biden’s Taiwan Policy

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

There Is No ‘New Normal’ in the Taiwan Strait – Yet

There Is No ‘New Normal’ in the Taiwan Strait – Yet

By Gerrit van der Wees
While Beijing is certainly trying hard to push in the direction of a “new normal,” Taiwan and the United States are pushing back against that notion.

The Strategic Logic of Nancy Pelosi’s Visit to Taiwan

The Strategic Logic of Nancy Pelosi’s Visit to Taiwan

By James Lee and M. Patrick Hulme
Why did Pelosi go to Taiwan? Because Congress’ stance is particularly important for ensuring U.S. deterrence.

The US Must Defend Taiwan – From COVID-19

The US Must Defend Taiwan – From COVID-19

By Dennis V. Hickey
The U.S. commitment to Taiwan under the Taiwan Relations Act applies to more than just a military invasion.
Don’t Mess With Taiwan

Don’t Mess With Taiwan

By Michael McCaul
The U.S. commitment to Taiwan will never be up for discussion with China, warns House Representative Michael McCaul.

How Serious Is China’s Threat to Sanction US Companies Over Taiwan Arms Sales?

How Serious Is China’s Threat to Sanction US Companies Over Taiwan Arms Sales?

By Robert Farley
Will Chinese retaliation have spillover effects?
US Approves $2.2 Billion Arms Package for Taiwan for Tanks, Missiles

US Approves $2.2 Billion Arms Package for Taiwan for Tanks, Missiles

By Ankit Panda
If completed, the deal would represent one of the largest in recent history between the United States and Taiwan.

Why the US May Lose Taiwan to Beijing Economically

Why the US May Lose Taiwan to Beijing Economically

By Charles I-hsin Chen
Washington needs to give economic ties as much focus as security ties, lest Taiwan fall irrevocably into Beijing’s orbit.

Despite China’s Tough Talk, US Should Move Forward With Taiwan

Despite China’s Tough Talk, US Should Move Forward With Taiwan

By Alan Hao Yang and Jeremy Huai-Che Chiang
China's belligerent rhetoric toward Taiwan is all the more reason for Washington and Taipei to stick together.

2 US Navy Warships Transit Taiwan Strait Following Chinese Navy’s 70th Anniversary

2 US Navy Warships Transit Taiwan Strait Following Chinese Navy’s 70th Anniversary

By Ankit Panda
The transit also comes after the 40th anniversary of the Taiwan Relations Act.
Assessing Taiwan’s New Southbound Policy

Assessing Taiwan’s New Southbound Policy

By Prashanth Parameswaran
A closer look at the current status and future prospects of one of Taiwan’s flagship foreign policy initiatives.

Taiwan as an Indo-Pacific Contributor

Taiwan as an Indo-Pacific Contributor

By Prashanth Parameswaran
A series of events tied to the commemoration of the Taiwan Relations Act have spotlighted Taipei’s role in the wider region on its own terms and as a U.S. partner.
High-Level US Visits to Taiwan Mark 40 Years of Unofficial Ties

High-Level US Visits to Taiwan Mark 40 Years of Unofficial Ties

By Nick Aspinwall
Former House Speaker Paul Ryan will lead a delegation to Taipei next week, continuing celebrations of the Taiwan Relations Act.

The Taiwan Relations Act at 40

The Taiwan Relations Act at 40

By Tiffany Ma and Jessica Drun
40 years after the U.S. passed a law to govern unofficial ties with Taiwan, the world has shifted dramatically.

Invite to President Tsai From US Senators Met With Cautious Skepticism in Taiwan

Invite to President Tsai From US Senators Met With Cautious Skepticism in Taiwan

By Nick Aspinwall
Prominent observers and scholars are worried now is not the time to push for a radical paradigm shift in the unofficial U.S.-Taiwan relationship.

Time to Let Taiwan Join the Pacific Partnership

Time to Let Taiwan Join the Pacific Partnership

By Joseph Bosco
Taiwan is an exemplar in the disaster relief and cooperation the mission seeks to promote.
Why Trump Must Approve Taiwan Arms Sales Now

Why Trump Must Approve Taiwan Arms Sales Now

By David G. Brown
Any further delay risks undermining critical U.S. interests in Asia.

Bolstering Taiwan's Last Line of Defense

Bolstering Taiwan's Last Line of Defense

By Ian Easton and Dee Wu
There is a lot that Washington can do to boost Taipei's security in the face of the threat posed by Beijing.
Time to End US Strategic Ambiguity on Taiwan

Time to End US Strategic Ambiguity on Taiwan

By Joseph Bosco
Trump should be clear: the U.S. will come to Taiwan's aid if it is attacked.

Trump Must Boost Taiwan Arms Sales Now

Trump Must Boost Taiwan Arms Sales Now

By Ian Easton
It is essential that the administration gets off to a strong start less the Taiwan Strait flashpoint boil over.

Trump and 'One China': Two Phone Calls, Many Interpretations

Trump and 'One China': Two Phone Calls, Many Interpretations

By Joseph Bosco
After the phone call with Xi Jinping, the Trump administration needs to imbue its Taiwan policy with strategic clarity.

The Past and Future of US-Taiwan Relations: A Conversation With Lung-Chu Chen

The Past and Future of US-Taiwan Relations: A Conversation With Lung-Chu Chen

By Shannon Tiezzi
Examining the legal basis for U.S.-Taiwan relations, and what needs to be changed in the 21st century.
Making Sense of Donald Trump's Early Asia Moves: Taiwan, China, Pakistan, and the Philippines

Making Sense of Donald Trump's Early Asia Moves: Taiwan, China, Pakistan, and the Philippines

By Ankit Panda
What can be said about the incoming U.S. president's plans for Asia based on three important phone calls?

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