Hey everyone! There's been recent news about the U.S. planning to evacuate its personnel from Taiwan due to escalating tensions with China. The media has extensively covered this development, raising concerns about the safety of U.S. citizens in Taiwan and the possibility of China taking military action in the future.
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According to reports from Taiwan's media, the U.S. has been preparing for this evacuation over the past six months. Although the U.S. may deny these claims, Taiwan's media has been reporting on the increasing pace of the evacuation plan execution, suggesting that it's nearing completion.
So, why is the U.S. leaving Taiwan? The primary reason is the heightened tension between the U.S. and China, largely centered around Taiwan. Recent events, such as U.S. representative Nancy Pelosi's visit to Taiwan and China's military drill in the region, have further strained relations. Additionally, China's open support for Russia in the Ukraine conflict and the discovery of a Chinese spy base in Cuba have added to the complexity of the situation.
Amidst these tensions, Taiwan is preparing itself for a potential war with China. The region is making military preparations and has even published a defense handbook that provides guidance on identifying Chinese soldiers. Taiwan understands the need to be vigilant and ready, as a full-scale capture of Taiwan by China may not happen in a single strike but could be a gradual process akin to Russia's actions in Ukraine.
In terms of Europe's stance on the matter, they are likely to remain neutral. Unlike the situation in Ukraine, where Europe provided military and financial support, Europe sees Taiwan as an Asian issue and not directly related to their own concerns as recently we had discussed in an article. French President Emmanuel Macron, during his recent visit to China, stated that Europe would maintain neutrality on Taiwan and resist becoming America's follower. This indicates that European countries may not impose sanctions on China in the event of a war between China and Taiwan, similar to the sanctions imposed on Russia.
Despite the U.S. evacuating personnel, it doesn't signify the end of the U.S.-Taiwan relationship. The U.S. will continue to provide military support to Taiwan and a recent defense bill calls for joint U.S.-Taiwan production of weapons. However, reports suggest that the U.S. may not be entirely confident in its ability to defend Taiwan, adding further complexity to the situation.
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