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Taiwan's Cold War Fortresses
February 22, 2017

Taiwan's Cold War Fortresses

By Guy Plopsky
Fortifications on Matsu Island were meant to defend against a communist invasion.
Taiwan's Military Conscription Dilemma
August 30, 2016

Taiwan's Military Conscription Dilemma

By Shang-su Wu
Taiwan’s temporary extension of conscription shows that the new administration is also struggling with the issue.

Evaluating Taiwan’s National Power
January 06, 2016

Evaluating Taiwan’s National Power

By David Gitter and Robert Sutter
Despite a persistent security threat from China, the island’s greatest problem is domestic political wrangling.

Saving Taiwan's Marine Corps
November 26, 2015

Saving Taiwan's Marine Corps

By Grant Newsham and Kerry Gershaneck
Taiwan’s amphibious capabilities are becoming dangerously weak.

Taiwan Practices Repelling PLA Invasion as China Conducts Firing Drills in Taiwan Strait
September 10, 2015

Taiwan Practices Repelling PLA Invasion as China Conducts Firing Drills in Taiwan Strait

By Shannon Tiezzi
While Taiwan holds its major annual military exercise, China's PLA will conduct live-fire drills in the Taiwan Strait.
Could Taiwan Participate in RIMPAC?
May 19, 2015

Could Taiwan Participate in RIMPAC?

By Shannon Tiezzi
A House amendment to a defense spending bill could force the Pentagon to invite Taiwan to the RIMPAC exercises.

Taiwan Plans Military Display to Mark WW2 Anniversary
March 10, 2015

Taiwan Plans Military Display to Mark WW2 Anniversary

By Shannon Tiezzi
The KMT is eager to make sure its contributions to World War II are not overlooked.
Taiwan to Simulate Chinese Aircraft Carrier Assault
April 25, 2014

Taiwan to Simulate Chinese Aircraft Carrier Assault

By Zachary Keck
Taiwan's annual computer-aided war games will simulate a PLA assault led by its carrier, the Liaoning.

Is Taiwan’s Military Becoming Too Small to Fight?
March 19, 2014

Is Taiwan’s Military Becoming Too Small to Fight?

By J. Michael Cole
With conscription ending and budgets limited, Taiwan may have to make do with a smaller defense force.

Turbulence Ahead for Taiwan’s F-16 Upgrade Program?
February 06, 2014

Turbulence Ahead for Taiwan’s F-16 Upgrade Program?

By J. Michael Cole
The US Air Force's budget decisions have thrown a wrench in Taiwan's air force modernization program.

Taiwan Unveils ‘Wan Chien’ Air-To-Ground Cruise Missile
January 17, 2014

Taiwan Unveils ‘Wan Chien’ Air-To-Ground Cruise Missile

By J. Michael Cole
Taiwan's new air-to-ground cruise missile could play a major role in any military confrontation with China.
Why The US Should Sell Advanced Fighters to Taiwan
January 10, 2014

Why The US Should Sell Advanced Fighters to Taiwan

By Kent Wang
In an increasingly tense region, a strong Taiwan has important implications for US policy.

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