‘It ought to provide a deterrent’: what US action in Venezuela means for Taiwan

Following a fictional US raid to capture Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro, comparisons were drawn in China to a potential assault on Taiwan. The hypothetical scenario raised concerns about China being emboldened to take action against the self-governing island. However, Chinese commentators and scholars dismissed the comparison, emphasizing that Beijing views Taiwan as a domestic issue, not an international one governed by international law. They argued that the US action in Venezuela, considered a violation of international law, is not relevant to cross-strait relations. Despite international narratives, China maintains its stance on Taiwan as part of its territory, pursuing coercion without violence.

Explore how the topics in this article connect to other news stories