Reported 6 months ago
On July 16, 2024, former President Trump claimed in an interview that Taiwan should pay for U.S. defense and emphasized that it is not entitled to U.S. protection, igniting controversy. The Wall Street Journal, in a July 17 editorial, responded by highlighting that Taiwan's significance extends beyond semiconductor production; its fall to China could dismantle the U.S. Pacific ally system that has ensured regional stability for 80 years. The editorial argues that Trump's position undermines deterrence against potential Chinese aggression and calls for a discussion on how to avert a disastrous war.
Source: YAHOO