格隆汇11月19日｜据日月谭天，国台办发言人朱凤莲表示，美国持续利用关税等手段胁迫掏空台湾产 业，民进党当局在美国的压榨面前，一路滑跪、竭力输诚，这是近期台湾民众非常痛心的事，我们高度 关切。如报道属实，只能说明民进党当局为了搞"倚外谋独"，把台湾民众的血汗钱拱手奉上，完全不在 意台湾民众与企业的利益。越来越多的事实让台湾民众认识到，美国奉行的永远是"美国利益优先"。民 进党当局以民众福祉和岛内经济前景为代价对美献媚输诚，最终难逃台湾被美国吃干榨尽的结局。正告 民进党当局，为一党一己之私而损害台湾产业发展的根基和民众利益福祉，此等恶劣行径必遭唾弃。 ...

Group 1 - The core viewpoint of the article highlights the negative impact of U.S. trade policies on Taiwan's industries, particularly the semiconductor sector, which is now viewed as a "weak industry" due to U.S. exploitation [1][2] - The Taiwanese government is criticized for its lack of principles in dealing with the U.S., leading to a situation where local industries are forced to compromise and cede control to American interests [1] - The so-called "Taiwan model" proposed by the Taiwanese authorities is described as a facade for selling out to the U.S., which will result in a detrimental outflow of resources from Taiwan [1] Group 2 - The U.S. Department of Agriculture's recent visit to Taiwan aimed to secure a 30% increase in agricultural product purchases over the next four years, which is seen as a form of economic bullying [2] - The Taiwanese agricultural sector is at risk of becoming a dumping ground for U.S. products, which could severely impact local prices and the livelihoods of Taiwanese farmers [2] - The article suggests that the U.S. views Taiwan primarily as a tool for its geopolitical strategies against China, rather than as a partner [2]

据中国新闻社，10月15日上午，国台办举行例行新闻发布会。 记者：美国商务部长卢特尼克日前称，将与台达成贸易协议，坚持美台芯片制造"五五分"构想。民进 党当局予以否认，称双方持续就关税问题磋商。岛内业界表示，美方是勒索，对台湾和台积电不公平。 对此有何评论？ 国台办发言人陈斌华表示，美国政府高官的说法，让世人再度看清美国永远奉行"美国利益优先"的真 实面目，以及民进党当局所谓"台美关系史上最好"的可笑和一味妥协退让只会换来美国步步进逼、软 土深掘的可悲。集成电路是台湾最具竞争力的核心优势产业，而今却沦为任由美国巧取豪夺的"弱势产 业"，根源在于民进党当局为了"倚外谋独"，只会无原则媚美、无底线卖台。 套用最近爆红两岸的网 络歌曲《没出息》，台湾的优势产业本来应该"从从容容、游刃有余"，如今却是"慌慌张张、连滚带 爬"。 ...

Core Viewpoint - The U.S. government's approach towards Taiwan's semiconductor industry is perceived as exploitative, with the Taiwanese authorities criticized for their lack of resistance to U.S. demands [1] Group 1: U.S.-Taiwan Trade Relations - U.S. Commerce Secretary's statement about a trade agreement with Taiwan highlights the ongoing negotiations regarding tariffs, which the Taiwanese government denies [1] - The Taiwanese industry views the U.S. stance as coercive, suggesting that it is unfair to Taiwan and TSMC [1] Group 2: Taiwan's Semiconductor Industry - Taiwan's semiconductor industry, once a competitive advantage, is now seen as vulnerable to U.S. exploitation due to the Taiwanese government's conciliatory policies [1] - The current situation is described as a shift from a position of strength to one of desperation, reflecting a decline in Taiwan's industrial autonomy [1]

Core Viewpoint - The recent agreement between Taiwan and the U.S. for a $10 billion agricultural procurement is criticized as detrimental to Taiwan's agricultural sector, with concerns that it will lead to market disruption and reduced income for local farmers [1] Group 1: Economic Impact - The procurement agreement involves Taiwan committing to purchase over $10 billion (approximately NT$301 billion) worth of agricultural products from the U.S. over four years [1] - This large-scale purchase is expected to negatively impact Taiwan's agricultural market, affecting prices and sales channels for local products [1] Group 2: Political Commentary - The spokesperson from the Taiwan Affairs Office criticized the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) for compromising Taiwan's interests in favor of U.S. relations, labeling it as "kneeling to the U.S." [1] - There is a growing sentiment among the Taiwanese public that U.S. policies prioritize American interests, potentially leading to Taiwan being exploited economically [1]

Core Viewpoint - The sentiment in Taiwan is shifting from pro-American to anti-American, as evidenced by a significant increase in negative perceptions of the U.S. among the Taiwanese population, particularly in light of the U.S. imposing a "20%+N" tariff on Taiwan [1] Group 1 - A report from the Hopkins Association indicates that 40.5% of Taiwanese people hold a negative view of the U.S., marking a substantial increase of 16.3 percentage points since July 2024 [1] - The spokesperson, Zhu Fenglian, emphasized that the Taiwanese authorities' reliance on the U.S. is misguided, as the U.S. prioritizes its own interests above all [1] - Zhu highlighted that the future and well-being of Taiwan depend on peaceful cross-strait relations and national unification, suggesting that the mainland's strong economic foundation offers better opportunities for Taiwanese businesses [1]

Core Viewpoint - The commentary from the spokesperson highlights the U.S. prioritization of its own interests, using the guise of "security guarantees" to extract "protection fees" from Taiwan, while asserting that Taiwan's independence efforts will ultimately lead to abandonment [1] Group 1 - The U.S. is perceived to be leveraging Taiwan's security concerns to further its own agenda, as indicated by the remarks from the Brookings Institution scholar [1] - The spokesperson emphasizes that no matter what strategies the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) employs in collaboration with external forces, it cannot alter the fact that Taiwan is part of China [1] - The statement reinforces the international community's commitment to the one-China principle, suggesting that Taiwan's attempts at independence will not change this fundamental stance [1]

Group 1 - The United States is leveraging tariffs as a new diplomatic tool, pressuring South Korea to make concessions in various areas, including defense spending [1] - The U.S. has demanded South Korea increase its defense budget from 2.6% of GDP to 3.8%, effectively forcing South Korea to allocate more funds for defense [1] - The U.S. is also pushing for an increase in the cost-sharing for U.S. troops stationed in South Korea, with a demand of $1 billion for 2024 [3] Group 2 - The U.S. is adopting an isolationist approach, prioritizing its own interests, which includes demanding higher defense spending from South Korea and Japan [5] - South Korea's increased defense budget will benefit the U.S. as it purchases more military equipment, such as the F-35A fighter jets [5] - Japan is also under pressure to increase military spending and has committed to purchasing more U.S. weapons, indicating a deep military partnership [7] Group 3 - Despite the potential for increased tariff revenue, the U.S. is facing a significant national debt exceeding $37 trillion, highlighting a fiscal crisis [8] - The U.S. is trapped in a cycle of fiscal deficits, leading to the necessity of issuing more debt, which could have severe implications for the economy [8]

Group 1 - The core viewpoint is that the U.S. is increasingly dependent on China despite initiating a tariff war, as China's industrial output has surpassed that of the U.S. [1] - The U.S. has conducted two rounds of trade talks with China and has ceased its tariff war, seeking cooperation on rare earth regulations [3] - The U.S. initiated the tariff war primarily to increase fiscal revenue, but this has led to rising prices that are being passed onto American consumers [5] Group 2 - The trade scale between China and the U.S. is significant, with China enjoying a large trade surplus from the U.S. market [6] - The U.S. Republican government’s actions are seen as detrimental to the interests of ordinary American citizens, as recent budget bills have favored the wealthy while burdening the general populace [6] - The U.S. Treasury Secretary's call for citizens to contribute to repaying national debt highlights the government's strategy of shifting financial burdens onto the public [8]

Core Points - The United States has announced its third withdrawal from UNESCO, reflecting its "America First" stance and prioritizing national interests over international laws and rules [1][2][3] - This decision is seen as part of a broader trend of unilateralism by the U.S., which is perceived to weaken its soft power and international influence [1][3] - The withdrawal will take effect on December 31, 2026, and is attributed to the U.S. government's belief that UNESCO promotes divisive social and cultural initiatives [2][4] Group 1: U.S. Withdrawal from UNESCO - The U.S. has previously withdrawn from UNESCO twice, first in 1984 due to allegations of corruption and mismanagement, and again in 2017 [4] - The current withdrawal is based on ideological differences and a lack of willingness to lead globally, rather than solely financial considerations [3][4] - UNESCO's budget has been growing, with voluntary contributions doubling since 2018, despite the U.S. reducing its financial support [4][5] Group 2: International Reactions and Implications - UNESCO's Director-General expressed regret over the U.S. decision, emphasizing that it contradicts the principles of multilateralism [2][3] - The Chinese government has criticized the U.S. for its lack of responsibility as a major power and has reiterated its commitment to multilateralism and support for UNESCO [2][5] - The withdrawal raises questions about the reliability of the U.S. in international organizations and may create opportunities for China to enhance its influence within UNESCO [3][4]