Al Jazeera's Inside Story has just aired a new episode titled: “Is the US dialling down its support for Taiwan?” The program probes potential shifts in Washington’s policy toward Taiwan within the context of strained U.S.-China relations.
The episode is available for viewing on YouTube. The roughly 25-minute video analyzes recent U.S. moves, including delays in certain weapons shipments, adjustments in force posture, and diplomatic statements.
Guests on the show include geopolitical analysts, academics, and former diplomats. They debate whether the United States is genuinely “dialling down” support or merely making tactical changes to avoid a direct conflict with mainland China.
The backdrop is the Biden administration’s repeated affirmation of “a consistent Taiwan policy,” but analysts argue that concrete actions currently paint a more complex picture. The Taiwan Strait remains a flashpoint with potential for military confrontation.
