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Taiwan
Why Taiwan Needs APEC
APEC is one of the few international organizations where Taiwan has a voice. It needs it now more than ever.
Panetta Praises China
US Defence Secretary Leon Panetta praises China over its response to new US arms sales to Taiwan.
Ma Feeling the Heat
A new poll shows Taiwan President Ma Ying-jou trailing his DPP opponent. Inequality, unemployment and close ties to China are complicating his bid for re-election next year.
Dangerous Imbalance On Taiwan
The US decision last month not to sell the latest F-16s to Taiwan is allowing a dangerous imbalance in the region.
‘We’re All Taiwanese Now’
Suggestions the US role in Asia is in decline are misplaced. And it has no plans to drop Taiwan to please China.
Taiwan’s Asymmetric China Plan
The US decision not to sell Taiwan the latest F-16 fighter is a sign ties could be unravelling. Washington should back a Taiwan breakout strategy.
Is the US a Reliable Ally?
Is the United States a less reliable ally for Taiwan than China is for North Korea? James Holmes thinks so.
The Danger for US-China Ties
The US is wrong if it assumes it can always be business as usual after arms sales to Taiwan. As China rises, the temptation to push back grows.
2012 – Ripe for a Flashpoint
With a series of elections and other events in Asia-Pacific next year, there’s plenty of room for tensions to boil over.
A Lose-Lose Fighter Decision
The Obama administration’s decision to offer upgrades to Taiwan’s aging F-16 fighter fleet will annoy Beijing and unsettle Taiwan.
Taiwan Set for F-16 Upgrade
The Obama administration is set to upgrade Taiwan’s fleet of F-16 fighters, but won’t sell the latest models.
America's Drone Challenge
Tackling the challenge of unmanned drones is the key issue for the US in the Pacific, a retired general says.