US envoy lauds Taiwan’s investments in resilience, emerging tech

Taiwan's crucial role in global supply chains, particularly in semiconductors and advanced manufacturing, was underscored by American Institute in Taiwan Director Raymond Greene. Speaking at a summit on supply chain resilience, Greene highlighted Taiwan's importance in emerging technologies like uncrewed systems and artificial intelligence.

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Taiwan plays a key role in semiconductors, energy, information infrastructure and advanced manufacturing.

"Taiwan plays a key role in semiconductors, energy, information infrastructure and advanced manufacturing," Greene stated, emphasizing the deepening cooperation between Taiwan and the US. He noted that both nations are committed to ensuring AI develops securely and resiliently for shared prosperity. Greene also addressed the concentration of critical mineral markets, stating the US is working with partners like Taiwan to build diversified and reliable supplies.

The US official reiterated Washington's opposition to any unilateral changes to the "status quo." Meanwhile, US Representative John Moolenaar, chair of the House Select Committee on the CCP, voiced concerns over China's escalating provocations, harassment, and coercion against Taiwan. Moolenaar specifically pointed to Chinese President Xi Jinping's directive for the PLA to be capable of taking Taiwan by force, and Beijing's ongoing "gray zone" operations, cyber warfare capabilities, and simulated blockade exercises.

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The US is working with allies and partners, including Taiwan, to build diversified, secure and reliable supplies.

Moolenaar acknowledged Taiwan's resilience in the face of complex security challenges, stating that the nation's commitment to bolstering its national security is a cornerstone for stable US-Taiwan relations. He stressed that Taiwan is not only a significant trading partner but also a critical node in advanced manufacturing, essential for global technological leadership.

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The biggest concern is that Chinese President Xi Jinping has directed the Chinese People’s Liberation Army to be capable of taking control of Taiwan by force by next year.