The United States has just enacted the largest debt ceiling increase in its history—a fiscal move that has caught the attention of global investors. Among the first to react are institutional investors in Taiwan, who have begun selling off U.S. Treasury bonds at the fastest pace since the early months of the COVID-19 pandemic. Financial analysts report that the rapid offloading of bonds by Taiwanese entities is a direct response to growing concerns about the sustainability of American debt and long-term fiscal policy. This shift is especially significant because Taiwan has historically been one of the more stable holders of U.S. government debt. However, as the American national debt approaches unprecedented levels, concerns over inflation, rising interest rates, and the weakening strength of the dollar are prompting even longtime allies to reconsider their exposure. While U.S. officials argue that raising the ceiling was necessary to prevent default and preserve economic stability, in...
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