Morning Wire Ukraine War Heightens Tensions with China & Russia | Saturday Interview
Feb 25, 2023
Victoria Coates, an International Affairs expert and Senior Research Fellow at the Heritage Foundation, delves into pressing global tensions in this insightful discussion. She analyzes the rise in U.S. military presence in Taiwan amidst escalating China tensions. The conversation shifts to the complex geopolitical dynamics of the Ukraine conflict and the potential consequences of a Russian victory for NATO. Coates also critiques the Biden administration's response to Russia's suspension of the START treaty, emphasizing the need for a more robust U.S. foreign policy.
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Taiwan Troop Deployment
- The U.S. is sending 200 troops to Taiwan for training, the largest deployment in decades.
- This signals escalating tensions in the Pacific, starting with expanded U.S. bases in the Philippines.
Training Focus
- The training will cover various scenarios like naval and aerial assaults.
- It will also include missile defense training, mirroring successful strategies used with Ukrainian forces.
Biden's Taiwan Policy
- Biden's mixed messages on Taiwan's defense create confusion with China.
- While seeking dialogue, his bellicose statements lack a coherent strategy, potentially worsening the situation.