Transcript: Alexander Yui, Taiwan's Representative to the U.S., on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," May 17, 2026
Updated on: May 17, 2026 / 1:31 PM EDT / CBS News
TL;DR
- Ambassador Alexander Yui discussed potential calls between U.S. presidents and Taiwanese leaders.
- Yui stressed that Taiwan is a sovereign nation and not subordinate to the People's Republic of China, emphasizing its resilience against Chinese aggression.
- He clarified that Taiwan's independence means freedom from PRC control, not a declaration of separation.
- Yui highlighted the importance of U.S. arms sales to Taiwan for its self-defense and maintaining peace in the Taiwan Strait.
- He suggested that continued arms sales are in the interest of both the U.S. and Taiwan to ensure stability.