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Biden Won't Rule Out Using U.S. Forces to Defend Taiwan, Depends on Circumstances

Jun 4, 2024, 12:50 PM

President Joe Biden has stated that he would not rule out using U.S. forces to defend Taiwan if China were to attack. In an interview with TIME, Biden emphasized that the decision would depend on the circumstances, saying, 'It would depend on the circumstances.' He clarified that while the U.S. is committed to defending Taiwan, it is not seeking Taiwan's independence nor pushing China out. This stance underscores the U.S. policy of strategic ambiguity towards Taiwan amid rising tensions in the region.