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Strategic ambiguity isn't perfect but Washington's best bet
US policy toward Taiwan faces new challenges as island becomes chip powerhouse.
In brief
US policy toward Taiwan faces new challenges as island becomes chip powerhouse. US strategic ambiguity on Taiwan remains Washington's best approach despite imperfections. Originally reported by Nikkei Asia.
Strategic ambiguity
US policy toward Taiwan increasingly in focus as island becomes chip powerhouse.
Washington's approach
U.S. President Donald Trump attends a midterm election rally in Durant, Oklahoma, on Oct. 1.
Policy experts
Brent Sadler is a senior research fellow of naval warfare and advanced technology at The Heritage Foundation.
New policy focus
Allen Zhang is a research assistant at the foundation.
Strategic challenge
US needs new Taiwan policy beyond strategic ambiguity.
The takeaway
US strategic ambiguity on Taiwan remains Washington's best approach despite imperfections.
