US–China–Taiwan Explained cover art

US–China–Taiwan Explained

US–China–Taiwan Explained

Listen for free

View show details

About this listen

President Trump says he’ll soon decide what to do about US weapons sales to Taiwan - and that decision matters far beyond the island itself.


In this episode, I break down the full story: how the Chinese Civil War created two rival governments, why the US recognised Beijing in the 1970s while continuing to support Taiwan unofficially, and what the “Six Assurances” mean today.


I explain why Taiwan is so important:

  • Economically
  • Geopolitically
  • Reputationally


If during the Cold War the US prioritised Europe, today the strategic focus is the Indo-Pacific - and Taiwan is central to that shift.


Global Politics with Leo brings you the most important international stories, with clear explanations and evidence-based analysis — without the noise.


You can email me at leoexplains10@gmail.com

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

No reviews yet
In the spirit of reconciliation, Audible acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respect to their elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples today.