Francis Tuschek The acting executive secretary of the US Agency for International Development (USAID), Erica Carr, has directed remaining staff to destroy sensitive documents stored at the agency’s former headquarters in Washington, D.C., according to an internal email. President Donald Trump and Elon Musk, who leads the recently established Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), have…
Francis Tuschek The Director of the American Institute in Taiwan announced that the US plans to enhance investment and trade ties, aiming for mutual prosperity. In a recent interview, American Institute in Taiwan Director Raymond Greene emphasized that the US remains committed to Taiwan, ensuring its safety, strength, and prosperity. “The US has consistently supported…
by Martin Haffner Associste Editor In a recent statement that has stirred significant discussions in geopolitical circles, former U.S. Secretary of State Mike Pompeo declared his firm belief that the United States would stand by Taiwan in the event of a military attack from China. This assertion comes amid escalating tensions between the two sides…
Francis Tuschek The administration of US President Donald Trump has begun cutting CIA staff as part of a broader effort to downsize government agencies, the New York Times reported on Thursday, citing sources. The first dismissals reportedly targeted officers hired within the past two years, many of whom were still on probationary contracts. According to…
Francis Tuschek EU leaders fear that the post-World War II security architecture could “crumble any day” without US support, Politico magazine reported on Wednesday, citing European officials familiar with the mood ahead of a crucial summit in Brussels. The sense of uncertainty and pessimism among Ukraine’s backers in Europe has only grown since US President Donald Trump…
by Martin Haffner Associate Editor In a bold assertion that underscores the shifting dynamics of international relations in the Asia Pacific, Taiwan has declared that it is “impossible” for the United States to retreat from the region. This statement comes amid rising tensions between the U.S. and China, as well as growing concerns over security,…
by Martin Haffner Associate Editor In recent months, the geopolitical landscape of East Asia has been dramatically altered by China’s assertive diplomatic maneuvers aimed at reducing Taiwan’s international standing. With significant implications for global geopolitics, these actions have created a complex scenario that places former President Donald Trump in a difficult position. Historically, Taiwan has…
by Martin Haffner Associate Editor The delicate balance of power in East Asia has long hinged on the capabilities and intentions of regional players. Among these, Taiwan, now officially known as the Republic of China (ROC), has historically maintained a complex strategic relationship with the People’s Republic of China (PRC) and the United States. One…
by Martin Haffner Associate Editor US President Donald Trump on Wednesday declined to say whether his administration would move to defend Taiwan against any possible mainland Chinese attack, while touting his “great relationship” with President Xi Jinping. “I don’t comment because I don’t ever want to put myself in that position” to commit in advance,…
by Martin Haffner Associate Editor China rages at America over big change as Taiwan independence row eruptsPresident Xi Jinping has not ruled out military force to seize the island state and has ordered his generals to be ready for an invasion by 2027. Xi Jinping is ready to use military force to take the island…