If Taiwan falls, the Chinese Communist Party will control the center of gravity along the first island chain, giving Beijing leverage over supply chains, market access, and maritime commerce that directly underpin US Economic power. China's military would also hold a commanding position along the first island chain, directly threatening US Allies such as Japan and the Philippines, constraining US Military operations and increasing the vulnerability of US Territory. That is why deterring aggression in the Taiwan Strait is a core US national security interest. Deterring Chinese military aggression in the Taiwan Strait has been a central focus of this committee since its inception. (05:04–05:22)
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Asserts the strategic military implications for the U.S. and its allies if China gains control over Taiwan.
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