Why Taiwan Could (Still) Start World War III
If Donald Trump pushes China too far, its leaders may feel they have no choice but to respond.
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China, Taiwan Ink Service Trade Agreement
Commerce between Taiwan and the mainland receives a major boost with expanded trade access.
Taiwan’s Defense Review Consciously Vague
It would be unwise for the island to communicate its military plans to China.
A New Air Force Procurement Strategy for Taiwan
Reducing its F-16 buys from the Americans makes sense for Taiwan.
A Precedent-Setting Sale in the Taiwan Straits
If lawmakers agree that Taiwan’s situation is dire, arms sales could bring its capabilities on par with China’s.
China, US Quietly Hope for Incumbent’s Victory in Taiwan
Both China and the United States would rather have the Kuomintang president in power than his challenger.
The Pacific Balance is Shifting in China’s Favor
Hard pressed to defend Taiwan, America must consider retaliatory options.
War with China: How It Could Happen
The RAND Corporation examines the prospect of war and lays out a strategy for deterrence.
US Concede to Chinese Pressure, Cancel F-16 Sale
The United States watered down an arms deal with Taiwan in an attempt to appease China.
Does Taiwan Need More F-16s?
Expanding Taiwan’s fleet of aging fighter planes may not be the best strategy to deter a Chinese attack.
Should America Give Up on Taiwan?
As China becomes more assertive, can the United States continue to serve as a guarantor of Taiwan’s security?
Rethinking American Commitment to Taiwan
America has to reevaluate its relationship with Taiwan as China rises militarily.
China, Taiwan to Sign Free Trade Accord
China and Taiwan are expected to agree to a preliminary free-trade agreement later this month in a effort to normalize relations across the Strait after more than six decades of bickering and mistrust. According to The Economist, the proposed Economic Cooperation Framework Agreement (ECFA) calls for cuts on 539 categories of Taiwanese exports to China […]
The Geography of Chinese Power
Robert Kaplan points out that China’s blessed geography is so obvious that it tends to get overlooked.
Tension? What Tension?
Discord between China and the United States should be overstated. Disputes can be resolved.