In discussions about Taiwan's security, US Marine Corps Deputy Commander Stephen Sklenka provided professional insights, indicating that if a conflict arises, the Chinese People's Liberation Army's "first strike" would focus on US and Taiwan infrastructure rather than infantry or air forces. He emphasized that these attacks could include cyber attacks, drone incursions, and potentially occur outside the First Island Chain.

During a Senate budget hearing, Sklenka stated that China's methods of attack are becoming increasingly diverse, continuously targeting US military network systems. This situation necessitates a more critical role for US military bases, transforming them from mere shelters into key battlegrounds for defense and offense.

The precarious security situation for Taiwan raises concerns, as scholar Raymond Kuo highlighted that Ukraine did not execute a preemptive strike before the Russian invasion, which may provide a valuable lesson for Taiwan's strategy. While circumstances differ, maintaining international support is crucial for Taiwan's defense capability, and Kuo suggests that maintaining a degree of strategic restraint may be a wise choice.