So, look, there are some who argue that the house is on fire, but we shouldn't do anything about it because it's going to keep burning and just eventually burn to the ground.
The United States would view any attempt to change the status quo by other than peaceful means as something that is of grave concern to the ...
I think it is vitally important that the United States continue to be the party working toward the status quo.
the Taiwan Relations Act has stood the test of time.
We would strongly oppose any direct military support, and we have indicated that that would draw a response, including economic sanctions.
It is our hope that Taiwan can be an aggressive competitor with China and with other nations, even with us, but not to be conquered by China...
I hope that the people of Taiwan recognize that we are their friends, that we are anxious for them to be able to determine their own course.
part of China's stated strategy is to, as they describe it, reunify with Taiwan including by force, not--certainly not ruling out force.
I appreciate that.
We have expressed concerns about China supporting Vladimir Putin and Russia in their war against Ukraine.
If there were an all out military action, I agree with Senator Romney, the economic consequences would be terrible for all.