U.S. - Taiwan cooperation

深化台灣政府與美國合作，對抗中國與俄羅斯軸心國

引言：台灣的生存挑戰與全球戰略的重要性

台灣正處於地緣政治的風暴中心，面臨中國日益升高的軍事威脅、經濟壓力和統戰滲透。此外，俄羅斯與中國的聯合行動，意圖挑戰美國主導的全球秩序，使台灣成為全球民主與專制對抗的最前線。

美國國防部在《2024年中國軍力報告》中指出，中國解放軍（PLA）的核武擴張、無人機技術提升及常規軍力現代化，正逐步挑戰美國及其盟國的安全 。在此背景下，台灣的安全與存續已成為國際自由陣營的核心議題。這需要台灣政府和美國保守派政府攜手合作，制定綜合戰略應對中國與俄羅斯的軸心國威脅。

台灣與美國合作的必要性：共同的核心利益

1. 民主價值的維護

台灣是印太地區民主的堡壘，保障台灣的安全即是保護全球民主秩序。中國對台灣的壓迫，是對自由民主的直接威脅。美國保守派歷來重視民主價值，與台灣合作不僅是戰略需求，也是道德義務。

2. 共同應對中俄威脅

中俄軸心的加強合作，特別是在軍事、經濟和信息戰領域，對台灣與美國的利益構成直接威脅。中國以「九二共識」和武力統一的計畫滲透台灣，俄羅斯則通過軍事合作與中國共抗美國。台灣與美國的合作將成為對抗中俄聯盟的基石。

3. 全球經濟與科技戰略的關鍵

台灣在半導體等高科技產業具有全球領先地位。與台灣的合作不僅能確保美國及盟國的科技供應鏈安全，也能遏制中國在高科技領域的霸權擴張。

美國保守派政策的方向：支援台灣的策略

美國保守派提出的《2025年總統過渡計畫》（Project 2025）為深化台美合作提供了政策框架，涵蓋軍事、經濟、外交和信息戰等領域 。

1. 軍事合作：建立區域防衛體系

提供先進防禦武器：

美方可持續向台灣提供反艦導彈、防空系統及無人機技術，提升台灣的不對稱作戰能力。

強化軍事訓練：

協助台灣提升全民國防意識，進行聯合軍演，特別是針對解放軍可能發動的兩棲登陸作戰。

建立印太軍事聯盟：

台灣應與美國、日本、澳洲等國家共同參與軍事聯盟，形成區域聯防網絡。

2. 經濟與科技合作：建立供應鏈韌性

深化半導體產業合作：

美國應與台灣合作建立技術轉移機制，支持台灣在美國設立製造設施，減少對中國供應鏈的依賴。

推進貿易協定：

支持台灣加入《跨太平洋夥伴全面進展協定》（CPTPP）及其他國際經濟協定，加強其全球貿易地位。

3. 信息與認知戰合作：打擊中俄滲透

建立信息防禦體系：

台灣與美國可共同發展網絡安全技術，阻止中共對台灣內部輿論的滲透與操控。

對抗宣傳戰：

美方應協助台灣建立全球宣傳網絡，揭露中共的統戰與虛假信息策略。

4. 外交支持：鞏固國際地位

提升台美外交互動層級：

支持高層官員互訪，增強台灣在國際上的可見度。

推動台灣參與國際組織：

協助台灣加入國際衛生組織（WHO）等機構，為其爭取國際發言權。

挑戰與應對方案

1. 應對中國軍事威脅

強化不對稱作戰能力：

台灣需部署更多機動性強、成本效益高的武器系統，提升對解放軍的威懾。

提升情報共享：

與美國加強情報合作，建立區域監測網絡，精準掌握中共的軍事動向。

2. 抵禦中俄聯合滲透

阻止中共經濟影響：

台灣需減少對中國的貿易依賴，並透過國際合作，分散出口市場。

揭露俄羅斯的輿論戰術：

協助國際社會認識俄羅斯的宣傳策略，防止其干預台灣內部事務。

3. 打破國際孤立

建立多邊合作框架：

台灣需與印太盟國共同制定區域戰略，推動更多國家公開支持台灣的主權地位。

結語：展望台美合作的未來

台灣與美國的合作關係正面臨前所未有的挑戰與機遇。透過深化在軍事、經濟、外交與信息戰領域的合作，台灣將能更有效地抵禦來自中國與俄羅斯的威脅，並確保其在國際上的自主地位。

美國保守派政府的政策方向為台美合作提供了清晰路徑。未來，台灣與美國應攜手合作，建立一個更強大的聯盟，捍衛民主價值，抵抗專制勢力，並推動印太地區的和平與穩定。

Deepening Taiwan-U.S. Cooperation to Counter China and Russia’s Axis Powers

Introduction: Taiwan’s Challenges and Its Strategic Importance

Taiwan stands at the epicenter of geopolitical tensions, facing increasing military threats, economic pressure, and infiltration from China. Meanwhile, Russia’s alignment with China in challenging the U.S.-led global order has made Taiwan a critical frontline in the global battle between democracy and authoritarianism.

The U.S. Department of Defense’s 2024 China Military Power Report highlights the rapid modernization of the People’s Liberation Army (PLA), including its expanding nuclear arsenal, advancements in unmanned aerial systems, and enhanced conventional military capabilities, posing direct threats to the Indo-Pacific region and global stability . Against this backdrop, Taiwan’s security and survival have become central issues for the international democratic alliance, necessitating closer collaboration between Taiwan and the U.S., particularly under a conservative U.S. administration.

The Necessity of Taiwan-U.S. Cooperation: Shared Core Interests

1. Defending Democratic Values

Taiwan serves as a bastion of democracy in the Indo-Pacific. Protecting Taiwan’s sovereignty is synonymous with safeguarding the global democratic order. China’s oppression of Taiwan directly threatens these values. A U.S. conservative administration, which historically emphasizes the protection of democratic ideals, would see cooperation with Taiwan as both a strategic necessity and a moral obligation.

2. Addressing Common Threats from China and Russia

The growing alliance between China and Russia, particularly in military, economic, and information domains, poses a direct threat to the interests of Taiwan and the U.S. China’s attempts to infiltrate Taiwan through strategies such as the “1992 Consensus” and military pressure, coupled with Russia’s alignment with Beijing, highlight the urgency of a robust Taiwan-U.S. alliance to counter this axis.

3. Economic and Technological Strategic Significance

Taiwan’s leadership in semiconductor and other high-tech industries is critical for the U.S. and its allies. Strengthening ties with Taiwan ensures a secure supply chain and counters China’s ambitions in high-tech dominance.

Policy Directions of U.S. Conservatives: Strategies to Support Taiwan

The Project 2025 Presidential Transition Plan by U.S. conservatives provides a framework to strengthen Taiwan-U.S. cooperation, encompassing military, economic, diplomatic, and information warfare .

1. Military Cooperation: Building a Regional Defense Network

Providing Advanced Defensive Weapons:

The U.S. should continue supplying Taiwan with anti-ship missiles, air defense systems, and drone technologies to enhance its asymmetric warfare capabilities.

Enhancing Military Training:

Collaborate with Taiwan to improve national defense awareness and conduct joint exercises, particularly for countering potential amphibious operations by the PLA.

Establishing an Indo-Pacific Defense Alliance:

Taiwan should engage with the U.S., Japan, Australia, and other nations to create a regional defense network.

2. Economic and Technological Cooperation: Strengthening Supply Chain Resilience

Deepening Semiconductor Industry Collaboration:

The U.S. can establish technology transfer mechanisms and support Taiwan in setting up manufacturing facilities in the U.S., reducing dependency on Chinese supply chains.

Promoting Trade Agreements:

Advocate for Taiwan’s inclusion in the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP) and other global trade frameworks.

3. Information and Cognitive Warfare Cooperation: Combating Chinese and Russian Influence

Building Information Defense Systems:

Jointly develop cybersecurity technologies to block Beijing’s manipulation of Taiwan’s public opinion.

Countering Propaganda Campaigns:

Help Taiwan establish a global communication network to expose Beijing’s propaganda and infiltration tactics.

4. Diplomatic Support: Solidifying Taiwan’s International Status

Enhancing Diplomatic Interactions:

Promote high-level official exchanges to boost Taiwan’s visibility on the international stage.

Advocating for Taiwan in Global Organizations:

Support Taiwan’s inclusion in international bodies like the World Health Organization (WHO) to secure its international voice.

Challenges and Strategic Responses

1. Addressing China’s Military Threat

Strengthening Asymmetric Capabilities:

Taiwan must deploy cost-effective and highly mobile weapons systems to enhance deterrence against the PLA.

Enhancing Intelligence Sharing:

Collaborate with the U.S. to establish a regional surveillance network for accurate monitoring of Chinese military activities.

2. Resisting China-Russia Infiltration

Reducing Economic Dependence on China:

Taiwan should diversify its export markets through international cooperation to mitigate Beijing’s economic influence.

Exposing Russian Propaganda:

Work with international partners to highlight Russia’s disinformation tactics and prevent interference in Taiwan’s internal affairs.

3. Breaking International Isolation

Establishing Multilateral Cooperation Frameworks:

Taiwan must align with Indo-Pacific allies to develop regional strategies and encourage more countries to openly support Taiwan’s sovereignty.

Conclusion: The Future of Taiwan-U.S. Cooperation

Taiwan and the U.S. face unprecedented challenges and opportunities in their bilateral relationship. By deepening cooperation across military, economic, diplomatic, and information domains, Taiwan can better defend itself against threats from China and Russia while ensuring its autonomy on the international stage.

The policy direction outlined by the U.S. conservative administration offers a clear roadmap for Taiwan-U.S. collaboration. Together, Taiwan and the U.S. must work to build a stronger alliance that safeguards democratic values, counters authoritarian powers, and fosters peace and stability in the Indo-Pacific region.