Taiwan strait tensions grow as Trump urges South Korea to take lead against China’s aggression | USA

Washington’s growing pressure on Asian allies is sparking alarm in Seoul over a possible Taiwan conflict. As President Trump pushes a new burden-sharing strategy, South Korea finds itself drawn deeper into plans to deter China along the first island chain. Analysts warn this shift could expose Seoul to a dangerous two-front crisis, with North Korea watching closely. From defence spending hikes to new military roles once held by U.S. forces, the stakes are rising fast. Behind closed doors, officials are weighing hard choices that could reshape Asia’s security balance.