President's Office: President Committed to Maintaining Cross-Strait Status Quo; China is the Insecure Factor in the Indo-Pacific
The Presidential Office stated that the US has reiterated its unchanged policy towards Taiwan, and President Lai Ching-te consistently advocates for maintaining the cross-strait status quo and promoting regional peace and stability. The office emphasized that China is the insecure factor in the Indo-Pacific, and Taiwan-US security cooperation is crucial for regional deterrence and the interests of democratic allies. The Presidential Office thanked President Trump for his continued support for Taiwan Strait security and stated that Taiwan will continue to deepen cooperation with the US to bring peace through strength, ensuring the security and stability of the Taiwan Strait are not threatened. It was also highlighted that China's escalating military threat is the sole insecure factor in the Indo-Pacific region, including the Taiwan Strait, and that Taiwan-US arms sales serve as a joint deterrence against regional threats.
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Following the conclusion of the "Chuan-Xi Summit," the Presidential Office announced today that the US has repeatedly reaffirmed its unchanged policy towards Taiwan. President Lai Ching-te consistently advocates for maintaining the cross-Strait status quo and promoting regional peace and stability. He emphasized that China is the insecure factor in the Indo-Pacific, and Taiwan-US security cooperation is vital for regional deterrence and the interests of democratic allies.
After concluding his visit to China, Trump detailed his face-to-face negotiations with Chinese President Xi Jinping and their potential implications for global security. In an interview with Fox News, Trump stated he does not wish to see Taiwan move towards independence but rather to maintain the status quo, adding that both China and Taiwan should de-escalate the situation. Trump also stressed that the US policy towards Taiwan has not changed.
Regarding Trump's media remarks, Presidential Office spokesperson Kuo Ya-hui stated this afternoon that the office has noted the repeated reaffirmations of an unchanged policy towards Taiwan by figures including President Trump and US Secretary of State Pompeo.
Kuo Ya-hui emphasized that it is a clear fact that consistently contributing to regional peace and stability and striving to maintain the cross-Strait status quo have always been President Lai's consistent stance and the unwavering commitment of the 23 million Taiwanese people who cherish freedom and democracy.
She pointed out that the Republic of China is a sovereign, independent, and democratic country, which is an indisputable fact, and Beijing has no right to make claims over Taiwan. She thanked President Trump for his continued support for Taiwan Strait security since his first term, stating that Taiwan will continue to deepen cooperation with the US to bring peace through strength, ensuring the security and stability of the Taiwan Strait are not threatened. This is also in the common interest of Taiwan, the US, and global democratic nations.
Regarding public concern about arms purchases, Kuo Ya-hui stated that, as is well known, China's continuously escalating military threat is the sole insecure factor in the Indo-Pacific region, including the Taiwan Strait, and is the reason why countries around the first island chain and the US are actively strengthening their defenses. Taiwan is no exception.
She further emphasized that Taiwan-US arms sales are not only explicitly stipulated in the "Taiwan Relations Act," but the US security commitment to Taiwan is also a joint deterrence against regional threats. She thanked President Trump for his long-term and continuous support for Taiwan Strait security, including the continuous provision of sophisticated equipment to Taiwan, with increasing scale and value.
Kuo Ya-hui said that Taiwan-US cooperation has always been proven through actions. Taiwan looks forward to continuing cooperation with global democratic allies under the firm commitment of the "Taiwan Relations Act" to jointly address the risks posed by authoritarian countries to geopolitical security, global order, and stability. (Editor: Lin Shu-yuan) 0516
After concluding his visit to China, Trump detailed his face-to-face negotiations with Chinese President Xi Jinping and their potential implications for global security. In an interview with Fox News, Trump stated he does not wish to see Taiwan move towards independence but rather to maintain the status quo, adding that both China and Taiwan should de-escalate the situation. Trump also stressed that the US policy towards Taiwan has not changed.
Regarding Trump's media remarks, Presidential Office spokesperson Kuo Ya-hui stated this afternoon that the office has noted the repeated reaffirmations of an unchanged policy towards Taiwan by figures including President Trump and US Secretary of State Pompeo.
Kuo Ya-hui emphasized that it is a clear fact that consistently contributing to regional peace and stability and striving to maintain the cross-Strait status quo have always been President Lai's consistent stance and the unwavering commitment of the 23 million Taiwanese people who cherish freedom and democracy.
She pointed out that the Republic of China is a sovereign, independent, and democratic country, which is an indisputable fact, and Beijing has no right to make claims over Taiwan. She thanked President Trump for his continued support for Taiwan Strait security since his first term, stating that Taiwan will continue to deepen cooperation with the US to bring peace through strength, ensuring the security and stability of the Taiwan Strait are not threatened. This is also in the common interest of Taiwan, the US, and global democratic nations.
Regarding public concern about arms purchases, Kuo Ya-hui stated that, as is well known, China's continuously escalating military threat is the sole insecure factor in the Indo-Pacific region, including the Taiwan Strait, and is the reason why countries around the first island chain and the US are actively strengthening their defenses. Taiwan is no exception.
She further emphasized that Taiwan-US arms sales are not only explicitly stipulated in the "Taiwan Relations Act," but the US security commitment to Taiwan is also a joint deterrence against regional threats. She thanked President Trump for his long-term and continuous support for Taiwan Strait security, including the continuous provision of sophisticated equipment to Taiwan, with increasing scale and value.
Kuo Ya-hui said that Taiwan-US cooperation has always been proven through actions. Taiwan looks forward to continuing cooperation with global democratic allies under the firm commitment of the "Taiwan Relations Act" to jointly address the risks posed by authoritarian countries to geopolitical security, global order, and stability. (Editor: Lin Shu-yuan) 0516
FAQ
What is Taiwan's stance on cross-strait relations?
Taiwan's President Lai Ching-te consistently advocates for maintaining the cross-strait status quo and promoting regional peace and stability. The Republic of China is a sovereign, independent, and democratic country.
What is the US policy towards Taiwan?
US officials, including President Trump and Secretary of State Pompeo, have repeatedly reaffirmed that the US policy towards Taiwan has not changed.
What is considered the main security threat in the Indo-Pacific?
The Presidential Office stated that China's continuously escalating military threat is the sole insecure factor in the Indo-Pacific region, including the Taiwan Strait.
How does Taiwan ensure its security?
Taiwan continues to deepen cooperation with the US to bring peace through strength, ensuring the security and stability of the Taiwan Strait. Taiwan-US arms sales are seen as a joint deterrence against regional threats.