William Stanton
William Stanton is a former director of the American Institute in Taiwan (AIT), where he played a crucial role in enhancing U.S.-Taiwan relations. With extensive experience in international diplomacy, Stanton has been a prominent advocate for Taiwan's security, emphasizing the importance of a robust military and strategic partnerships, particularly in the face of increasing threats from China. Recently, he participated in a tabletop exercise series aimed at simulating responses to potential military aggression from the Chinese People's Liberation Army (PLA) against Taiwan.
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Former American Institute in Taiwan director William Stanton urged Taiwan to raise defense spending.
Ex-AIT head urges Taiwan to raise defense spending
Taiwan· 2025-03-05
William Stanton, former AIT director, emphasized the need for a stronger Taiwanese military.
Taiwan researchers begin tabletop exercise seriesTaiwan· 2025-03-03
