Taiwan Warns China Preparing War, Domino Effect Threatens US Security

Taiwan's Mainland Affairs Council head, Chiu Chui-cheng, warned in Washington that China is actively preparing for war to forcibly retake Taiwan, which Beijing claims as its territory. He emphasized that a Chinese takeover would trigger a "domino effect," undermining regional stability and directly threatening U.S. security and prosperity. Chiu highlighted Taiwan's strategic importance as part of the first island chain and its critical role as the world's leading producer of advanced semiconductors, vital to global technology and AI supply chains. Despite the lack of formal diplomatic ties, the United States remains Taiwan's most important international supporter and arms supplier, with President Donald Trump's administration reaffirming this commitment. Taiwan rejects Beijing's sovereignty claims, insisting that only its people can decide the island's future. Chiu's remarks came amid increased Chinese military activity around Taiwan and were delivered at the Heritage Foundation, reflecting ongoing concerns about China's ambitions to supplant U.S. influence in the Asia-Pacific region.