The official policy of the U.S. with regards to Taiwan should be one that affirms Taiwan's independence and right to a self-governing democracy. The U.S. should not consider Taiwan to be part of communist China. Taiwan is the world's 19th largest economy and holds the 18th largest GDP. Also, Taiwan is a very important trade partner to the U.S. because unlike communist China, Taiwan doesn't undervalue their currency, or abuse their workforce. The Taiwanese are a great asset to the American economic recovery and deserve our support. If America allows Taiwan to fall, then we might as well start gift wrapping the Pacific.



