KuomintangPresidential candidate Hou Youyi submitted a book titled “Taiwan’s Middle Line: KMT Presidential Candidate’s Plan to Avoid Cross-Strait War” to the Foreign Affairs Journal. He will respond to Taiwan’s internal and external challenges with a positive and pragmatic approach, which will also allow Taiwan to become a responsible stakeholder in the Indo-Pacific region.
Hou Youyi said that he would develop and ensure that Taiwan maintained a strong defense force to deter aggression and avoid war across the Taiwan Strait; according toRepublic of ChinaUnder the provisions of the Constitution and the Regulations on relations between the peoples on both sides of the Taiwan Strait, andBeijingTo engage in constructive dialogue, he also supports the 1992 Consensus and opposes Taiwan independence and One Country, Two Systems.
Hou Youyi said that if elected president, he would establish a national defense mobilization committee at the cabinet level, with the Vice Chairman of the Executive Yuan serving as chairman. This will actually be a committee encompassing the business of multiple central ministries and integrate the national defense mobilization policies of various ministries.
Hou Youyi proposed a “3D strategy” of deterrence, dialogue, and de-escalation to use force to ensure peace and stability in the Taiwan Strait.
Considering the fact that Taiwan has faced greater threats from gray zone actions in recent years, it is important to develop various contingency plans in response to Beijing’s actions in response to the Communist military’s show of force or gray zone actions. Will set up an early warning system for surge operations. Harassment and intrusion. And provocation. The world does not need to see either side acting recklessly, and Taiwan will avoid adopting extreme policies.
Hou Youyi announced the policy goals of stability in the Taiwan Strait, security of Taiwan, and world security.
Hou Youyi was nominated by the Kuomintang as a candidate for President of the Republic of China (Taiwan) and has served as the Mayor of New Taipei City since 2018.
Taiwan is recognized worldwide for its economic growth, democratic achievements, high-tech industries, and active civil society. However, foreign media have mentioned Taiwan in a more worrying manner in recent years. Taiwan could become the next flashpoint in a world war. The Economist magazine has also cited Taiwan as the most dangerous place on Earth. Beijing’s increasingly assertive rhetoric and actions, as well as the lack of communication channels between the two sides to de-escalate tensions, have many concerned that the balance in the Taiwan Strait is at risk. At the same time, we see that Taiwan is also facing internal challenges such as economic transformation, declining birth rates, energy and global supply chain restructuring.
As a responsible member of the Indo-Pacific region, under my leadership, Taiwan will respond to external situations and internal challenges with proactive pragmatism. Strong military capabilities can help deter attacks and reduce the likelihood of war across the Taiwan Strait; But at the same time, peace also requires dialogue, and I will continue to engage in constructive dialogue with Beijing in compliance with the Constitution of the Republic of China and relevant laws. This type of exposure helps reduce risk. The world does not want to see any party acting carelessly and Taiwan will avoid adopting extremist policies. We will work with our partners in the Indo-Pacific region to build a future that is peaceful, stable and conducive to development. This is Taiwan’s view.
My experience as a police chief is that it is important to attack and defend against opponents, but dialogue is also important in the process. Looking at cross-Strait relations, I have consistently stressed cross-Strait peace in Taiwan and advocated enhancing cross-Strait dialogue, but I believe that only strength can lead to peace. I do not have an unrealistic expectation that Beijing will not deny its intention for forced unification. The most important thing is to strengthen Taiwan’s national defense weapons and prevent Beijing from using force. My policy goal is to build an elite national army, strengthen international cooperation, and enhance deterrence capabilities, so as to ensure the security of Taiwan, Penghu, Jinma, and Taiwan.
The main threat to Taiwan’s national defense and security is that the balance of military power between the two sides of the Taiwan Strait is increasingly tipping toward Beijing, and the gap is widening, making it increasingly difficult for the national military to deter the Communists. Has gone. Keep the military and communist forces away from mainland Taiwan. In addition, in recent years, the Communist army has also sent a large number of aircraft and ships to carry out “gray zone” actions against us. These military and paramilitary actions have also increased the risk of accidents and conflicts that all parties did not expect.
Given the difference in military strength between Taiwan and mainland China, it is imperative to establish and maintain effective deterrence. First, Taiwan must be able to build innovative and asymmetric warfare capabilities, continue to utilize innovative thinking, effectively utilize the weapons and technologies at Taiwan’s disposal, and destroy the People’s Liberation Army’s capabilities. Must use surprise means, which are relatively abundant resources, to improve the ability to wage war. To reduce costs and their willingness to attack. We will also continue to take stock of our defense needs and strengthen our strength through arms purchases.
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