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Taiwan Strait Geopolitics and Violence in the Solomon Islands

Taiwan Strait Geopolitics and Violence in the Solomon Islands

By Ankit Panda, Catherine Putz, and Ankit Panda
The hosts discuss the late-2021 violence in the Solomon Islands and the U.S.-hosted Summit for Democracy.
Taiwan Coast Guard Reports Chinese Speed Boat Harassment Near Kinmen

Taiwan Coast Guard Reports Chinese Speed Boat Harassment Near Kinmen

By Ankit Panda
One Taiwanese coast guard cutter suffered damage in the incident.

Taipei Slams ‘Provocative’ Chinese Air Force Fighters Cross Taiwan Strait Median Line

Taipei Slams ‘Provocative’ Chinese Air Force Fighters Cross Taiwan Strait Median Line

By Ankit Panda
The flight comes amid growing reports of a possible U.S. sale of fighters to Taiwan.

Don't Miss the Significance of Taiwanese President Tsai Ing-wen's NASA Visit

Don't Miss the Significance of Taiwanese President Tsai Ing-wen's NASA Visit

By Ankit Panda
For the first time since U.S.-China normalization, a sitting Taiwanese president entered a U.S. federal building.

One More Down, 19 to Go: Beijing's Diplomatic Isolation of Taipei Continues

One More Down, 19 to Go: Beijing's Diplomatic Isolation of Taipei Continues

By Ankit Panda
Beijing continues to chip away at Taiwan's remaining diplomatic partners.
Top Chinese Official: China-Taiwan Ties to Grow 'Even More Complex and Grim' in 2017

Top Chinese Official: China-Taiwan Ties to Grow 'Even More Complex and Grim' in 2017

By Ankit Panda
Yu Zhengsheng warns of coming cold winds in China-Taiwan relations.

Making Sense of Donald Trump's Early Asia Moves: Taiwan, China, Pakistan, and the Philippines

Making Sense of Donald Trump's Early Asia Moves: Taiwan, China, Pakistan, and the Philippines

By Ankit Panda
What can be said about the incoming U.S. president's plans for Asia based on three important phone calls?
Donald Trump Just Complicated US-Taiwan Relations, Big Time

Donald Trump Just Complicated US-Taiwan Relations, Big Time

By Ankit Panda
Donald Trump's phone call to Tsai Ing-wen sets up a possible diplomatic crisis with China.

A One-Sided Consensus Slowly Falls to Pieces Across the Taiwan Strait

A One-Sided Consensus Slowly Falls to Pieces Across the Taiwan Strait

By Katherine Wei
Taiwan may be ready for a new era in cross-strait ties, despite the economic difficulties that may bring.

Did China Just Kill Cross-Strait Relations?

Did China Just Kill Cross-Strait Relations?

By Shannon Tiezzi
Beijing announces that it suspended cross-strait communications when Tsai Ing-wen assumed office.

Without Clarity on 1992 Consensus, Tsai and DPP Will Face Challenges Ahead

Without Clarity on 1992 Consensus, Tsai and DPP Will Face Challenges Ahead

By Dingding Chen
Without the stability of the "1992 consensus," Taiwan could be in big trouble
Tsai Ing-wen's Victory Scripts a Path Forward for Taiwan

Tsai Ing-wen's Victory Scripts a Path Forward for Taiwan

By Rupakjyoti Borah
Tsai Ing-wen's challenge will be to push for change without upsetting a fragile cross-strait status quo.

Taiwan’s All-Volunteer Military

Taiwan’s All-Volunteer Military

By Shang-su Wu
Taiwan’s military transformation from conscription to an all-volunteer system will not go well.
Why Taiwan’s Allies are Flocking to Beijing

Why Taiwan’s Allies are Flocking to Beijing

By Shannon Tiezzi
The Gambia rejecting Taiwan in favor of China is not surprising given the economic benefits of such a move.

PRC Is Biggest Obstacle to Unification With Taiwan

PRC Is Biggest Obstacle to Unification With Taiwan

The dirty secret in cross-Strait relations: China’s political system is the biggest barrier to unification.

China’s PLA Marines: An Emerging Force

China’s PLA Marines: An Emerging Force

China’s Marines have emerged rapidly in recent years, with deployments that underscore their growing regional role.

China Can Attack Taiwan By 2020, Taipei Says

China Can Attack Taiwan By 2020, Taipei Says

A new report by Taiwan’s Ministry of National Defense paints a dark picture of the military balance in the strait.

China’s Internet Censors Outnumber PLA Troops

China’s Internet Censors Outnumber PLA Troops

Plus, President Xi warns Taiwan that a political settlement cannot be put off forever. Monday China links.

China Prepares for Psychological Warfare

The Gaoxin-7 will enhance the PLA’s PSYOP capabilities, which can be used on Taiwan and in the South China Sea.

The KMT Soldiers Who Stayed Behind In China

The KMT Soldiers Who Stayed Behind In China

The CCP has decided to recognize the Nationalist soldiers who didn’t flee to Taiwan.

China Makes A Play For Arctic Oil

China Makes A Play For Arctic Oil

Plus, the National Security Agency’s extensive espionage operations against China unveiled. Tuesday China links.

Cross-Strait Media Deals Spark Concern in Taiwan

Cross-Strait Media Deals Spark Concern in Taiwan

Concerned over possible pro-Beijing media acquisitions, Taiwanese students are voicing their opposition.

China, Taiwan and the Dalai Lama

China, Taiwan and the Dalai Lama

In denying a visa to the Tibetan spiritual leader, President Ma of Taiwan missed a valuable opportunity.

Teaching an Old Dog New Tricks: Taiwan's F-16 Upgrade

Teaching an Old Dog New Tricks: Taiwan's F-16 Upgrade

With a deal on new fighters seemingly halted, Taiwan is increasing the capabilities of its existing fighter aircraft.

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