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Cross-Strait Relations
Is China and Taiwan’s Diplomatic Truce Over?
Last week The Gambia decided to cut ties with Taiwan. The implications could be significant.
Taiwan’s Navy Shoots Down a Simulated Chinese Drone
This week Taiwan conducted the first test of its premier SM-2 surface-to-air missile in six years.
US Arms Sales to Taiwan Aren’t the Problem
It is Beijing’s demands for reunification, not U.S. arms sales, that make Taiwan such a flashpoint.
No Missiles Required: How China is Buying Taiwan’s "Re-Unification"
Taiwan’s investment liberalization is giving Beijing greater economic leverage on the island.
Taiwan Unveils Road-Mobile “Carrier Killer” Launcher
A new road-mobile launcher for the HF-3 supersonic anti-ship cruise missile will increase its survivability.
Has the United States "Lost" Taiwan?
Taiwan needs a dual-track approach to cross-strait relations to hedge against a downturn in relations with China.
New Leaders: New Attitude?
Recent examples have some concerned that Beijing is taking a tougher line on a number of issues, including cross-Strait relations.
China's New Passport Sparks Controversy
China’s refashioned passports features watermarks to some hotly disputed territories.
Sorry Folks: Israel’s Iron Dome Won't Work in Asia
Despite the apparent success of Israel’s missile defense system, its application in Asia seems unlikely.
America Needs a Taiwan Strategy
“The U.S. pivot toward Asia necessitates a rebalancing in the Taiwan Strait.”
Would Taiwan Fight?
The belief that Taiwan would not actively resist a Mainland invasion is dangerous and misleading.
Taiwan Hedges its Bets on China
While relations between Taipei and Beijing have warmed considerably, a cautious approach seems prudent.