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Taiwan
Conflict with China: What It Would Look Like, How to Avoid It
“While the risk of conflict with China cannot be ignored, neither should it be exaggerated.”
Can Hu 'Do Something Big' on Taiwan?
China seeks reunification with Taiwan. But Beijing is likely to disappointed, argues Parris Chang.
Taiwan’s South China Sea Plan
Taiwan controls a prime piece of real estate in the South China Sea. J. Michael Cole on its possible uses.
Is Isolated Taiwan Propping Up Dictators?
If Taiwan is trying to burnish its reputation as a democracy, why is it cozying up to some of the world’s worst dictators? asks Cain Nunns.
China, Japan, Taiwan and the East China Sea
South China Sea gets the headlines, but tensions are high in another contested sea, says J. Michael Cole.
Time To End U.S. 'Ambiguity' on Taiwan
U.S.-Taiwan relations have been guided by ‘strategic ambiguity’. Time to be clear, says J. Michael Cole.
Can Taiwan Be a "Worthy" U.S. Ally?
The renewed U.S. interest in the Asia-Pacific gives Taiwan a perfect chance to bolster ties and its own security. But will it seize the moment?
Taiwan and the Mob
Gangsters and politicians have a long and complicated relationship in Taiwan, Cain Nunns reports from Taipei. Indeed, sometimes they’ve been the same thing.
Foreigners Under Fire
Chinese commentators appear to be increasingly training their fire on foreigners. It’s a troubling development.
An Anti-Access History Lesson
The first Gulf War had a significant impact on the thinking of Chinese planners. And their anti-access strategy.
War of Wits for Taiwan Air Force
There are plenty of reasons why Taiwan won’t get the F-35 if it asks. That doesn’t mean it’s not a good idea.
Congress, Bioterrorism and Asia
A warning by an ex-U.S. senator and an outbreak of bird flu in Taiwan are reminders of the need for collaboration.