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Cross-Strait ties
Taiwan’s All-Volunteer Military
By Shang-su Wu
Why Taiwan’s Allies are Flocking to Beijing
By Shannon Tiezzi
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 Marines have emerged rapidly in recent years, with deployments that underscore their growing regional role.
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
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 CCP has decided to recognize the Nationalist soldiers who didn’t flee to Taiwan.
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
Concerned over possible pro-Beijing media acquisitions, Taiwanese students are voicing their opposition.
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
With a deal on new fighters seemingly halted, Taiwan is increasing the capabilities of its existing fighter aircraft.