Derek Mitchell
Derek Mitchell is a prominent figure in international relations, serving as the former president of the National Democratic Institute. He has a deep understanding of Taiwan's geopolitical challenges and has advocated for increased defense spending in Taiwan while emphasizing that strengthening Taiwan’s defense is a shared responsibility between Taiwan and the United States.
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Jamaica· 2025-07-07
Former National Democratic Institute president Derek Mitchell said that although Taiwan needs to increase its defense spending, strengthening its defense is not solely its responsibility.
Group urges increase in arms spending
Taiwan· 2025-04-11
Derek Mitchell, former president of the National Democratic Institute, said that though Taiwan needs to increase its defense spending, strengthening its defense is not solely its responsibility.
Washington report urges Taiwan to increase defense budgetTaiwan· 2025-04-11