Seven types of strategic ambiguity
with apologies to William Empson, a friend to the Chinese people.
1. There is one China.
2. China and Taiwan are one country.
3. The USA is committed to the defence of Taiwan.
4. The USA will not defend Taiwan.
5. Taiwan is like a porcupine.
6. Porcupines are easy to defend.
7. Strategic ambiguity is clear in its meaning.