Notably, her argument does not actually identify a need for re-evaluation; it simply uses the US’ action in Venezuela to reinforce the KMT’s longstanding position. That view suggests that it was a show of strength not just to China, but for the countries that choose to rely on China. A third perspective places the strategic position on dealing with “non-hemispheric competitors” front and center of the Venezuela action. That view is explained by Tzou Jiing-wen (鄒景雯), editor-in-chief of the Liberty Times (the Taipei Times’ sister newspaper), on this page (“Maduro’s capture is a dilemma for Beijing”). It was a show of US military strength, with precision and resolve that Beijing should not ignore.

Source: Taipei Times January 06, 2026 17:35 UTC