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Cross-Strait Relations
The Taiwan-China Meeting: Not as Important as You Think
By Jonathan Sullivan and Michal Thim
Those expecting any political agreements to come out of the meeting are likely to be sorely disappointed.
China’s Deceptively Weak (and Dangerous) Military
By Ian Easton
In many ways, the PLA is weaker than it looks – and more dangerous.
China, Taiwan To Hold First High-Level Meeting Since 1949
By Shannon Tiezzi
Taiwan's Mainland Affairs Council Minister Wang Yu-chi will travel to China to meet with his counterpart, Zhang Zhijun.
Taiwan: Another Step Towards Integration?
By Shang-su Wu
A new concept adopted by the leading opposition party seems likely to strengthen cross-strait integration.
The Benefits of Being Clear on Taiwan
By Amitai Etzioni
Could making whatever implied understanding exists on Taiwan more explicit reduce tensions in East Asia?
No, Taiwan Is Not Ready For Political Talks With China
By Shannon Tiezzi
There are reports that Ma Ying-jeou is interested in ending the political standoff with China. Don't believe it.
Taiwan Acquires Submarine-Launched Anti-Ship Missiles
By Zachary Keck
Taiwan announced this week that the U.S. has begun delivering UGM-84L sub-launched Harpoon Block II missiles.
As China Rides High, a Downcast Taiwan Becomes More Vulnerable
By J. Michael Cole
China is convinced that history is on its side and that its political system is best – what does this mean for Taiwan?
Why China Won't Attack Taiwan
By Zachary Keck
It is extremely unlikely that China will invade Taiwan, much less succeed.
Forget Japan: China’s ADIZ Threatens Taiwan
By Zachary Keck
The East China Sea ADIZ effectively cuts off US forces in Japan and South Korea from Taiwan.
China's ADIZ: Taiwan's Dilemma
By J. Michael Cole
If Taiwan ever wants to be an equal participant in regional security, it must stand up to China over the new ADIZ.
Why China's Air Defense Identification Zone Is Terrible For Cross-Strait Relations
China’s new ADIZ in the East China Sea jeopardizes the possibility of unification with Taiwan.