Deputy Foreign Minister Wu says backing Taiwan's defence serves US and global interests

At a forum in Taipei, Deputy Foreign Minister François Wu said that aiding Taiwan’s democratic regime and its ability to defend itself is consistent with the vital interests of the United States and the broader international community. He referenced reports that President Xi Jinping asked President Donald Trump to publicly oppose Taiwan independence and delay a $14 billion weapons package, but noted that the United States has not officially responded to those alleged demands.

Wu highlighted recent joint statements by U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio, Japanese Foreign Minister Toshimitsu Motegi, South Korean Foreign Minister Cho Hyun, and a coalition of eight countries, all underscoring the need for peace across the Taiwan Strait and respect for UNCLOS-based navigation rights. He argued that a strong Taiwan contributes to global semiconductor supply chains. Wu also condemned what he called Chinese “narrative diplomacy,” accusing Beijing of distorting World War II history to elevate its role, and pledged continued counter-efforts in the international arena.