Bannon urges U.S. to defend Taiwan amid shifting views on China threat

smh.com.au November 5, 2024, 04:01 AM UTC

Steve Bannon, a key ally of Donald Trump, stated that the U.S. must defend Taiwan against potential aggression from China. This marks a shift from Trump's previous comments suggesting the U.S. might not protect Taiwan.

Bannon emphasized the geopolitical and economic importance of Taiwan, citing its role in semiconductor production. He argued that a Chinese takeover could severely impact the U.S. economy.

Bannon also mentioned that a re-elected Trump would focus on resolving the Ukraine conflict to address the threat from China. This contrasts with concerns that a U.S. withdrawal from Ukraine could embolden Beijing regarding Taiwan.

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