"Securing Taiwan: Crucial for U.S. Security and East Asia Stability"

The Heritage Foundation's report emphasizes the critical role of a secure Taiwan in maintaining US security and preventing a global war with China. The report warns that a Chinese-controlled Taiwan would significantly enhance Beijing's military capabilities and threaten international trade routes, potentially leading to a crisis of confidence in the US's ability to counter China's regional hegemony. The loss of Taiwan to China could prompt nations in Southeast Asia to strengthen ties with Beijing, weakening US influence in the region and increasing the risk of a global conflict.