As the voting day for the 2024 Taiwan leadership election approaches, all parties are opposedThe Taiwan questionThere is also a growing level of attention and intervention. In addition to the United States, there areG7g7As well as the Philippines, Australia and other countries, they have also frequently expressed their stance and clamored on Taiwan-related issues. This shows that the 9 countries are forThe Taiwan questionThe tiger is eyeing it.
(1) United States
The United States has always regarded Taiwan as an important point of strategic interest as a tool to contain China's rise. The passage of the National Defense Authorization Act through Congress authorizing the United States to train the Taiwan military is essentially for the purpose of cultivating its own war fighters in the Taiwan Strait region. This kind of action not only seriously interferes in China's internal affairs, but also sends a wrong signal to the "** forces" on the island. Although the United States has reaffirmed its "four noes and one no" pledge in front of Biden in front of China, its support for ** is contradictory.
(ii) Group of Seven (G7).
G7g7) is one of the members of an organization of economic powers composed of Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the United Kingdom, and the United States. InG7In the leader's statement, they once again stressed the importance of peace and stability in the Taiwan Strait, called for a peaceful settlement of cross-strait issues, and strongly opposed any attempt to change the status quo by force or coercion. This showsg7For a peaceful settlementThe Taiwan questionBut it remains to be seen whether its statement will have a practical effect.
(3) Philippines
The Philippines has always sided with the United States on Taiwan-related issues and has taken a tough stance on China's sovereignty in the South China Sea. In recent years, relations between the Philippines and Taiwan have remained friendly, and the two countries have been thereMilitary, economic and other fields. The Philippines' statements and actions on Taiwan-related issues are also a response to China's response to the South China Sea issue.
(iv) Australia
Australia has always been an important ally and partner of the United States in the Asia-Pacific regionMilitary, intelligence and other aspects of close cooperation. Australia also has a strong stance on China's sovereignty in the South China Sea and has participated in the U.S.-led Freedom of Navigation Operations, among other thingsMilitaryActivity. Australia: YesThe Taiwan questionconcerns and cooperation with Taiwan are also influenced to some extent by the United States.
After many days of negotiations, the Armed Services Committee of the US Senate and House of Representatives reached an agreement and released the contents of the negotiated version of the "National Defense Authorization Act" for fiscal year 2024. The key points involved are aimed at:The Taiwan questionTarget. According toNews coverage, the negotiated version of the bill requiresUS Secretary of DefenseWith the consent of the Secretary of State and consultation with the relevant authorities of Taiwan, a comprehensive training, consultation, and institutional capacity building plan will be formulated for the Taiwan military to enhance the combat capability of the Taiwan region. In addition, the bill requires:US Secretary of DefenseWith the consent of the Secretary of State, seek appropriate contacts with Taiwan to expand the United States and the Taiwan regionMilitaryCybersecurity cooperation.
This suggests that the United States intends to help Taiwan improve itself by providing training and consultingMilitaryAbility to respond to what may happenMilitaryConflict. If the bill is signed by Biden, it will mean that the United States will cultivate its own war leaders in the Taiwan Strait region and further exacerbate tensions in the Taiwan Strait region.
However, for this support from the United States, the island does not completely buy it. Some analysts have pointed out that if US support is limited to verbal promises and no substantive actions, the Taiwan region will face an even more dangerous situation. War is not a good way to solve problems and has been abandoned by more and more countries in modern society. The Taiwan region should not rely on the guarantees and commitments of external countries and regions for its security, and should give more consideration to peaceful development cooperation with the mainland.
At present, the situation in the Taiwan Strait region is extremely complicated. Frequent interference from external forcesThe Taiwan question, intensifiedThe level of tension. And some forces on the island have also continued to stir up cross-strait contradictions, trying to take the opportunity to push "** Under such circumstances, maintaining stability and peace is the common expectation of all parties, especially for the Taiwan region, which needs to be handled more cautiously."
For the mainland, solvedThe Taiwan questionIt is China's internal affair, and any foreign interference will not be tolerated. China has always adhered to the "one-China principle", resolutely opposes "first-class acts", and is willing to maintain peace and stability in the Taiwan Strait. No matter how external forces intervene,Both Taiwan's development and Taiwan's future are inseparable from the efforts of the people on both sides of the strait and the prerequisite for peaceful development.
For the Taiwan region, in the face of complexityInternationalenvironment andThe tension requires a clear understanding and correct judgment. It is very dangerous to seek benefits by relying on the support of external forces. The Taiwan region should pay more attention to economic cooperation and exchanges with the mainland and seize the opportunity of peaceful development. A prosperous and stable future can be achieved only through peace, cooperation and development.
To sum up, the current situation in the Taiwan Strait is extremely complex and requires all parties to remain calm and rational. Countries with Taiwan-related issues should respect China's sovereignty and territorial integrity and refrain from interfering in China's internal affairs. As far as the Taiwan region is concerned, it should draw lessons from history, cherish the development opportunities provided by the mainland for Taiwan, and seek a path of peaceful development. Only through peaceful cooperation can we achieve the peaceful reunification of the two sides of the strait and the prosperity and stability of the Taiwan Strait region.