Summary

The U.S. capture of Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro has sparked debate about its potential impact on China’s stance towards Taiwan. While some experts warn it could embolden China, others argue it’s unlikely to influence Beijing’s approach, which has historically relied on coercion rather than direct military action. The U.S. has a long-standing policy of providing Taiwan with defensive weapons, despite lacking a formal defense treaty.

https://www.cnbc.com/2026/01/05/us-venezuela-strike-taiwan-china-precedent-russia-ukraine.html