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We must defend Taiwan - Openforum
China’s People’s Liberation Army Navy (PLAN) concluded joint military exercises around Taiwan from 23 to 24 May. This has the world on edge. Though large military drills are not uncommon, an increasingly tense Indo-Pacific has placed Western confidence in deterrence in a precarious position.
Xi’s tour of Europe puts China’s self-delusion on display
If the purpose of Chinese President Xi Jinping’s European tour in May 2024 was to rewarm increasingly frosty relations with the European Union and weaken transatlantic ties, it was a failure. The European Union’s announcement of duties on Chinese electric vehicles (EVs) and the anti-Chinese tone of the G7 Leaders’ Communique less than a month later made this clear. Three countries were carefully chosen by China for Xi’s European tour. In France, Xi celebrated 60 years of diplomatic relations.
China’s EV drive accelerates in Latin America
As the United States slaps tariffs on Chinese electronic vehicles (EV) and the EU increases its own protective measures, the Latin American market remains relatively open to imports of Chinese cars and investment in local EV production and critical minerals. Efforts in Washington and Brussels to level the EV playing field will likely result in trade diversion to Latin America and other regions, encouraging a process already well underway.
Taiwan’s new president Lai must unify a divided population
As Taiwan welcomed its new president Lai Ching-te on 20 May 2024, the political atmosphere was charged with both anticipation and apprehension. Taiwan stands at a crucial juncture, with its future hinging on how the relationship evolves between the newly elected administration and the Legislative Yuan — Taiwan’s highest legislative organ.
The case for strategic unambiguity on Taiwan
China’s People’s Liberation Army Navy (PLAN) concluded joint military exercises around Taiwan from 23 to 24 May. This has the world on edge. Though large military drills are not uncommon, an increasingly tense Indo-Pacific has placed Western confidence in deterrence in a precarious position.
China's Quest for Global Primacy
The authors of this report explore notional international and defense strategies that China might employ to outcompete the United States. The authors created these strategies using Chinese political processes, concepts, policies, and national goals. Their purposes are to support U.S. planning and decisionmaking, educate readers about China's strategy and policymaking process, and spur discussion about the stakes and nature of the competition.
Stabilizing Africa is the Key to Countering Violent Extremism
Jeremiah Runser/U.S. Army Stabilizing Africa is the Key to Countering Violent Extremism This past June, eight people were killed after a suicide bomber detonated an explosive in a northeastern Nigerian mosque. The incident occurred around 4:30 am, right as worshippers were preparing for their early morning prayers. Though no one has directly claimed responsibility for the attack, local police have identified one likely suspect: Boko Haram.
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