Taiwan’s Energy Crisis Could Prove to Be Existential

Haley Zaremba reported that Taiwan’s energy grid is at risk due to heavy reliance on fossil fuel imports, making it vulnerable to potential blockades. Recent Chinese military exercises have highlighted the strategic importance of Taiwan’s power supply, posing threats to both the island’s economy and global semiconductor production. The island’s energy challenges stem from dependence on imported fossil fuels, unmet clean energy goals, and struggling to meet current demand. Concerns are growing as China intensifies military exercises near Taiwan, raising fears of a broader conflict. Taiwan’s energy security is considered a national security weakness, prompting efforts to enhance energy independence through renewable energy development and fuel supply diversification. The French Institute of International Relations warns that failure to align energy policy with national security needs could have dire consequences for Taiwan’s economy.