Alexander Yui, Taiwan's representative to the U.S., on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Sept. 27, 2026

Updated on: September 27, 2026 / 2:12 PM EDT / CBS News

Alexander Yui, Taiwan's representative to the U.S., on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Sept. 27, 2026

TL;DR

  • Taiwan's representative to the U.S., Ambassador Alexander Yui, confirmed that Taiwan was mentioned but not extensively discussed in the meeting between Presidents Trump and Xi.
  • The U.S. has maintained its stable position regarding Taiwan, supporting its security and stability in the Taiwan Strait.
  • Yui stressed the importance of peace through strength and the need for the U.S. to deliver promised weapons packages to Taiwan promptly.
  • Taiwan plays a crucial role in global technology, especially in semiconductor manufacturing, which is vital for AI development.
  • The ambassador countered historical revisionism regarding World War II contributions, asserting that the People's Republic of China is currently the aggressor, not Japan or Taiwan.