Group 1 - The core agreement involves a $500 billion commitment from Taiwan, which includes a reduction in tariffs from 20% to 15%, but the real implications lie beyond the tariff numbers [1][3] - The agreement entails $250 billion in investments from Taiwanese companies in the U.S. focusing on strategic sectors like semiconductors, AI, and electronics, and another $250 billion backed by the Taiwanese government to support these investments [3] - The agreement is perceived as a long-term binding commitment that sacrifices Taiwan's interests for short-term benefits, with risks remaining in Taiwan while assets and technology are transferred to the U.S. [5][7] Group 2 - Following the agreement, the U.S. has shifted its rhetoric regarding Taiwan, emphasizing "defense sharing" and encouraging increased military spending from Taiwan, indicating a change in the U.S. stance [5][7] - The core logic remains that assets and industries are being locked into the U.S. system while risks are left for Taiwan to manage, highlighting a political agenda that prioritizes external appearances over local economic realities [7][11] - The agreement has sparked a renewed discussion among the Taiwanese public about their identity and interests, as many begin to realize that aligning with external powers may not lead to a safer future [9][12]