Taiwan is China's core interest, independence is a red line.
China vehemently asserts that Taiwan is an inalienable part of its territory and views Taiwan independence as an "unbreakable red line." Beijing calls on the U.S. to respect the "One China" principle and cease any actions that encourage or enable Taiwan's independence, including arms sales.
National Sovereignty
Taiwan is a province of China, and its reunification is a historical and national imperative that cannot be compromised.
Red Line
Any move towards Taiwan independence or foreign support for it fundamentally threatens China's territorial integrity and is unacceptable.
US Adherence
The U.S. must uphold its commitment to the "One China" policy and oppose actions that destabilize the region, such as providing weapons to Taiwan.
Arming Taiwan serves US interests, maintains cross-strait peace.
The United States maintains a "One China" policy but also adheres to the Taiwan Relations Act, which mandates providing Taiwan with self-defense capabilities. U.S. officials argue that supporting Taiwan's defense is crucial for regional stability, protects global economic interests like semiconductor supply, and prevents coercion.
Taiwan Relations Act
U.S. law requires providing Taiwan with defensive weaponry to ensure peace and stability across the strait, without supporting independence.
Economic Interest
A secure Taiwan, as a leading semiconductor producer, is vital for the global economy and critical U.S. technological supply chains.
Regional Stability
Deterring potential aggression against Taiwan helps maintain the status quo and prevents conflict in a critical Indo-Pacific region.