On CNBC, Mary Kissel discusses the message the United States military action in Iran sends to China. She notes that Operation Epic Fury reinforces the strength of American deterrence and its alliances in the Gulf, which serves as a clear warning against any potential use of force against Taiwan or the Philippines.
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The Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company’s Fab 20, which specializes in the production of 2-nanometer advanced chips, in Hsinchu, Taiwan, on March 28, 2026. (Getty Images)