How Trump's Statement on Xi's Inquiry Reignites Concerns Over Taiwan's Security The tensions surrounding Taiwan have been simmering for decades, with a recent statement from former US President Donald Trump reigniting concerns about the island's security and its implications for regional stability.
According to Trump, Chinese President Xi Jinping had asked if the United States would defend Taiwan in the event of an attack by China.
The Taiwan Strait is one of the most strategically important waterways in the world, connecting the Pacific Ocean to the South China Sea.