Jonas Parello-Plesner

Jonas Parello-Plesner, Executive Director of the Alliance of Democracies Foundation, dives into Taiwan's critical role in global geopolitics and recent geopolitical shifts. He discusses Taiwan's semiconductor industry and its strategic significance amid rising pressure from Beijing. The podcast highlights Taiwan's military readiness, the potential impact of political changes, and the importance of indigenous voices in shaping narratives. Parello-Plesner emphasizes global solidarity and international cooperation as vital to support Taiwan's independence and democratic values in a shifting landscape.