Sandra Oudkirk Navigates the Complex U.S.-Taiwan Relationship
Sandra Oudkirk, the top U.S. representative in Taiwan, is navigating the complex relationship between the U.S. and Taiwan, which the U.S. does not formally recognize as a country but maintains close trade and political ties with. Oudkirk emphasized the U.S.'s commitment to selling defensive weapons to Taiwan by its One China Policy and stated that there is no imminent threat of invasion by China. She also highlighted the multifaceted economic relationship between the U.S. and Taiwan, including trade in semiconductor chips and agricultural goods. Additionally, the upcoming presidential elections in Taiwan and the proposed military aid bill in the U.S. are significant developments in the region.
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