French President Emmanuel Macron emphasized the dangers of a double standard in global security priorities during a speech at the Shangri-La Dialogue. He warned that if the US and Indo-Pacific nations neglect Ukraine to address potential conflicts with China, they risk compromising their credibility and the global order. Macron posed critical questions regarding the consequences of allowing Russia to claim Ukrainian territory without repercussions, suggesting that it could embolden China regarding Taiwan. His remarks underline the interconnectedness of security issues in Europe and Asia amid rising tensions with China.
Macron warns the US and Indo-Pacific nations about the risks of prioritizing potential conflict with China at the cost of not supporting Ukraine.
The potential withdrawal of US troops from Europe to the Indo-Pacific could undermine US credibility in both Ukraine and Taiwan's security.
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