Restoring Trust: Taiwan's Rightful Place in the Free World
This opinion piece argues that Taiwan is a critical defender of democracy and the rules-based international order in the Indo-Pacific. It highlights Taiwan's contributions to global technology and public health despite its exclusion from the United Nations.
Why it matters
It frames Taiwan's geopolitical status as a central issue in the broader struggle between democratic values and authoritarian expansion.
Key takeaways Powered by Yahoo Scout. Yahoo is using AI to generate key points from this article. This means the info may not always match what’s in the article. Reporting mistakes helps us improve the experience. The rules-based international order is under strain as authoritarian states challenge fundamental principles and seek to reshape international rules to serve their own interests. Taiwan, standing on the front line in defense of freedom and democracy, continues to uphold the status quo in the face of growing pressure from China in the Indo-Pacific region. Despite its exclusion from the U.N., Taiwan is committed to contributing to the international community through advanced manufacturing, disaster preparedness, public health initiatives, and technology-driven projects with diplomatic allies. See more ( I-HWA CHENG/AFP via Getty Images) OPINION
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