CHANGE IN TONE: Even though the US president-elect would likely not reverse his predecessor’s policies, a softer approach might expose the nation to Beijing, they said

Taipei Times
Date: Nov 09, 2020
By: Yang Chun-hui / Staff reporter, with CNA

If US policy toward China changes under an administration of US president-elect Joe Biden, Taiwan might come under greater pressure from Beijing, said Kuo Yu-jen (郭育仁), a professor at National Sun Yat-sen University, told the Central News Agency (CNA) yesterday.

China is perceived as a threat by US Democrats and Republicans alike, and there is a consensus between Washington’s executive and legislative branches, Kuo said, but he added that he still is concerned about Biden’s possible approach.

A lighter approach or a slower pace in implementing policies toward China would give Beijing a greater leeway, he said.

If Biden hesitates, Taiwan might come under greater pressure, Kuo said.    [FULL  STORY]