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Japanese Deputy Defense Minister Yasuhide Nakayama – Photo: REUTERS
The official said that Taiwan’s security is on the “red line” (which means it is threatened) and said: “I think one of the next targets or everyone’s concern is Taiwan. Loan.”
In recent months, Chinese fighters have crossed the sensitive line between China and Taiwan, implementing pressure tactics to undermine Taiwan’s will to resist: US military veterans and Taiwan have said so.
Nakayama asked Biden, the president-elect of the United States, to “vigorously” support Taiwan in the face of Chinese aggression and to have the same views on Taiwan as President Donald Trump, who made a strong push. recounts the sale of military weapons to Taiwan.
According to Reuters, Japan’s cooperation with Taiwan has grown strongly in recent years, mainly in non-governmental cooperation. Tokyo maintains a “one China” policy, skillfully balancing relations with its giant neighbor China and its long-time military ally in Washington.
Japan shares a strategic interest with Taiwan, which is located on the sea lanes through which most of Japan’s energy supplies and trade pass.
Mr. Nakayama expressed his impatience: “So far I have not seen Mr. Joe Biden have a clear policy or announcement about Taiwan. I would like to know about this policy soon, then we can prepare a response from I returned to Taiwan properly.”
In the recent presidential campaign, Biden called for strengthening relations with Taiwan and “related democracies.”
Years ago, as a senator, Biden once wondered whether the United States had an “obligation” to protect Taiwan. Many in Biden’s diplomatic circle admit that American priorities have changed as China is emerging, leadership in China has become more assertive, and China seeks to shape global institutions.
Beijing was furious at increased US support for Taiwan and reacted to US arms sales or high-ranking officials visiting Taipei.
China claimed that Taiwan was its province and would use force to bring this territory under Beijing’s control.
On December 25, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesman Uong Wenbin (Wang Wenbin) reaffirmed that “Taiwan is China’s internal affairs. We firmly oppose interfering in China’s internal affairs.” National of any country or of any person “.
Meanwhile, the Taipei side recognized the strong support of the United States and said that both sides have a common voice on the issue of freedom and democracy. Taipei looks forward to working closely with President-elect Biden’s group to further enhance the stability of relations between Taiwan and the United States on the basis of the strong existing friendship.
