Is Taiwan at Risk Under Trump’s Second Term?

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U.S. President Trump’s second term brings new challenges and opportunities for Taiwan. With increasing pressure on Taiwan to ramp up defense spending and deal with U.S.-China trade tensions, Taiwan faces a delicate balancing act. From military readiness to trade policies, Trump’s latest actions, including tariff threats and energy policy shifts, have significant implications for Taiwan’s economy and security. How should Taiwan navigate Trump's policies in the coming years, and what strategies should it adopt? Our special guest: Richard Bush - American Institute in Taiwan(AIT) former Chairman - Brookings Institution Nonresident Senior Fellow of John L. Thornton China Center - Columbia University Ph.D. in political science