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Taiwan Should Pay U.S. For Defence --- Trump

POSTED ON July 17, 2024 •   World      BY Benedicta Bassey
US Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump/ Photo credit: Politico

US Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump has suggested that Taiwan ought to reimburse the U.S. for defence.

Trump who spoke in an interview, added that “I know the people very well, respect them greatly. They did take about 100% of our chip business. I think Taiwan should pay us for defence."

Trump emphasised Taiwan’s significant role in the chip business while advocating for compensation for the U.S. defence support.

Trump likened the U.S.-Taiwan relationship to an insurance arrangement, noting Taiwan’s minimal direct contributions to American interests.

“You know, we’re no different than an insurance company. Taiwan doesn’t give us anything,” he said.

Although the U.S. supports Taiwan militarily and diplomatically. There’s no formal defence pact in relation to those with South Korea and Japan.

Taiwan is focusing on modernising its defence capabilities independently, including initiatives like indigenous submarine development.

Taiwan’s Premier Cho Jung-tai acknowledged the strong ties with the U.S. despite lacking official diplomatic relations or defence agreements.

“Taiwan has steadily strengthened its defence budget and demonstrated its responsibility to the international community,” he told reporters in Taipei.

“We are willing to take on more responsibility; we are defending ourselves and ensuring our security.”

The U.S. President’s recent remarks suggesting support for Taiwan in case of attack have provoked China, deviating from previous strategic ambiguity.

Since 1979, the U.S. and Taiwan have maintained unofficial ties after Washington recognised Beijing and terminated their mutual defence treaty.

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