Under a law passed by Congress, the US must sell Taiwan military equipment to ensure the island’s self-defense against Chinese forces. The policy was designed to ward off a Chinese invasion and prevent Taiwan from provoking Beijing by officially declaring independence.
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Asked if Biden’s latest statement hinted at a policy shift, a White House spokesman said “The president has said this before, including in Tokyo earlier this year. He also made clear then that our Taiwan policy hasn’t changed. That remains true.” (un)