Congressman says US troops will be needed to defend Taiwan
Seth Moulton urges Taiwan and US to prioritize preparations for conflict with China
By Duncan DeAeth, Taiwan News, Staff Writer
2022/11/24 14:58
TAIPEI (Taiwan News) — U.S. congressman Seth Moulton of Massachusetts said on Tuesday (Nov. 22) that the U.S. would need to commit forces to defend Taiwan in the event of an attack by Beijing.
Speaking at an online Hudson Institute event, Moulton said that Taiwanese forces cannot be relied on to repel an attack on their own, and that U.S. forces will need to be involved. He also said that the Pentagon needs to focus on concrete measures to prepare Taiwan for such an attack.
“Taiwan is behind, but making progress,” said Moulton, referring to Taiwan’s efforts to boost defenses in preparation for a Chinese attack, which would likely include a naval blockade prior to the invasion.
The congressman also criticized the U.S. armed forces, stating that the “Army and Navy are dragging their feet,” while the Air Force and Marines are “moving, but not fast enough” in regards to Taiwan and the Chinese threat.
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