Open to Debate Is Taiwan Indefensible?
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May 31, 2024 Debating if Taiwan is indefensible against China's aggression, experts argue about US credibility, military presence, and the risks of conflict escalation. The podcast highlights Taiwan's strategic significance, the dilemma of defending or not, and the threats Taiwan faces from China, emphasizing the importance of US commitment to Taiwan's defense.
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Breaking Commitment to Taiwan
- The U.S. should break its commitment to Taiwan due to high risks.
- Defending Taiwan carries significant risks compared to the actual interests at stake.
Taiwan's Importance to US Credibility
- Defending Taiwan is vital for U.S. credibility worldwide and in the region.
- Abandoning Taiwan could incentivize allies to bandwagon with China or develop nuclear weapons.
Taiwan: A Strategic Distraction
- Focusing on Taiwan distracts from other important issues like global warming.
- It also risks catastrophic war with China, even nuclear war, given Taiwan's proximity to China.