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Trump's Tariff Talks Threaten Taiwan's Security Amid Strife

2/24/2025

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Taiwan's security hangs in the balance as President Trump contemplates tariffs on semiconductors and reevaluates military support. While Taiwan may boost its defense budget, internal political strife complicates matters. China's military threats often prove hollow, stymied by logistical hurdles, yet U.S. defense firms grapple with sanctions from China, jeopardizing their operational readiness.

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Taiwan's security hangs in the balance as President Trump contemplates tariffs on semiconductors and reevaluates military support. While Taiwan may boost its defense budget, internal political strife complicates matters. China's military threats often prove hollow, stymied by logistical hurdles, yet U.S. defense firms grapple with sanctions from China, jeopardizing their operational readiness.