They now call it the Donroe document," Trump told a news conference, slapping his name on the policy principle. Trump had justified intervention by alleging drug-smuggling from small boats off Venezuela and by Maduro himself. The Venezuela raid came days after China carried out major military exercises aimed at simulating a blockade of Taiwan following a major US arms deal. Trump has spoken favourably of China and played down the risks of a Taiwan invasion. Before taking office Trump suggested Taiwan should pay more for its US "insurance policy".

Source: New Strait Times January 04, 2026 15:07 UTC