In Response to Trump, Taiwan Says It Is 'Sovereign and Independent' The Taiwanese government's recent statement affirming its sovereignty and independence, in response to Donald Trump's comments on Fox News, has reignited a long standing question: what does Washington really want from Taipei?
The answer remains elusive. At the heart of this diplomatic dance is the delicate balance between Taiwan's desire for recognition and China's claim over the island.
For decades, successive US administrations have navigated a fine line between supporting Taiwan's security needs while avoiding explicit endorsement of its independence claims.