Taiwan has chance to lead region in securityBy Yao Chung-yuan 姚中原The discussions referred to as the “2+2 talks” are usually meetings between two military allies or countries with similar political philosophies, each sending foreign affairs and defense ministers to address cooperation in areas of mutual interest. At the US-Korea 2+2 talks in Seoul on March 18, Blinken publicly condemned China’s provocative actions in the Indo-Pacific region and said that the US would increase countermeasures against China. For example, on April 13, Germany and Japan held their first 2+2 talks via videoconference. Additionally, Taiwan can take the initiative to set up direct communication channels with countries around the world to reinforce regional military and security cooperation. Taiwan should promote talks on strategic cooperation that contribute to regional stability and security, and enhance international visibility of its issues.

Source: Taipei Times October 07, 2021 15:56 UTC