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The Strategic Logic of Defending Taiwan
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Fusion42 · 27 October 2026 · Fusion42 review
The United States views preventing the emergence of a regional hegemon in the Indo-Pacific, specifically through the defense of Taiwan, as critical to its strategic interests. The fall of Taiwan to China would trigger severe economic, technological, and strategic consequences for the US, undermining its position and alliances in the region.
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Your market will face bigger risks if the US government commits to defending Taiwan against China; prepare for disruptions in supply chains linked to East Asia and shifts in geopolitical alliances. This also means your business based on stable Indo-Pacific partnerships must plan for increased uncertainty and potential new regulations related to trade and technology.
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