Reported 7 months ago
On June 13, 2024, the Public Television News website reported a meeting between President Lai Ching-te and former White House Deputy National Security Adviser Matthew Pottinger and Senior Deputy Director Ivan Kanapathy who emphasized continued close cooperation with the US and allies to maintain regional peace and stability. Pottinger and Kanapathy, who recently co-authored a book 'The Boiling Moat,' provided recommendations on Taiwan's defense and security amid imminent threats from China. They lauded Defense Minister Chiu Kuo-chung's reforms, including canceling drill ceremonies and traditional military practices, with positive remarks. Japanese Representative Kanehito appeared at their book launch, reaffirming Taiwan as a crucial partner and the importance of peace in the Taiwan Strait for global security.
Source: YAHOO