CHINA/TAIWAN/US: PLA flyovers are about deterrence not invasion
China’s People’s Liberation Army (PLA) set three consecutive daily records for aircraft incursions into Taiwan’s air defense identification zone (ADIZ) on 2-4 October. The PLA incursions continue a long-term trend of increasing naval and air force activity near Taiwan but … Become a member to read the rest of this article Username or E-mail […]
TAIWAN: Will vaccine problems weaken support for Tsai and the DPP?
A shortage of vaccines amid a recent Coviid-19 outbreak presents a political challenge to President Tsai Ing-wen and her Democratic Progressive Party (DPP). In August, four ballot referenda will be viewed as a proxy for the public’s view of DPP rule and the strength of the… Become a member to read the rest of […]
TAIWAN: New outbreak not affecting semiconductor production – so far
Taiwan will raise its nationwide virus alert to Level 3 on a four-tier scale, following 1,226 Covid-19 infections since 15 May – almost half of total cases since the epidemic began last year.Taiwan’s relative success at controlling the virus until now could become a liability if… Become a member to read the rest of […]
CHINA: Risk of mainland military invasion of Taiwan remains minimal
Amid Beijing’s generally more assertive foreign policy, there is rising media speculation that China’s leadership is increasingly willing to consider a military attack on Taiwan. But despite saber-rattling, there is little sign that Beijing’s fundamental risk calculus regarding T… Become a member to read the rest of this article
CHINA: Why has Chinese foreign policy turned more aggressive?
China’s foreign policy has grown more combative in recent years, and the Covid-19 pandemic has accelerated this trend. Beijing still cares about maintaining friendly relations with the world, but domestic politics create countervailing incentives to project toughness. The … Become a member to read the rest of this article
TAIWAN: Fears of China and a strong economy favor DPP election win
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