Eric Gomez

Eric Gomez

analyst United States

Eric Gomez is a military analyst at the Cato Institute, recognized for his expertise in defense policy and international relations, particularly regarding Taiwan's military strategy and capabilities. He has advocated for Taiwan to develop asymmetric combat capabilities to enhance its self-defense against potential threats. Gomez has contributed to discussions around U.S. military aid to Taiwan, including the use of Presidential Drawdown Authority (PDA) for expedited support, and has critically analyzed the bureaucratic challenges of the Foreign Military Sales (FMS) program. His insights are often published in prominent outlets, including Foreign Policy magazine.

Global Media Ratings
Dominance
0.00%
Persistence
0 wks
Reach
24,353
Power
685$
Sentiment
7.00
Countries Mentioned
Country Mentions Sentiment Dominance + Persistence x Population = Reach x GDP (millions) = Power
Taiwan 1 7.00 0.10% +0% 23,816,775 24,353 $670,000 685$
Totals 1 23,816,775 24,353 $670,000 685$
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Recent Mentions

Taiwan Taiwan: Cato Institute military analyst Eric Gomez has long advocated Taiwan develop asymmetric combat capabilities. 7

Taipei Times – major English newspaper in Taiwan, est. 1999: US committee approves US$1 billion in presidential aid to Taiwan