Tag: taiwan strait
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CSIS War Game Analysis Suggests High Costs for All Sides in Hypothetical Chinese Invasion of Taiwan
An analysis by the Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS) using war games suggests how a potential Chinese invasion of Taiwan could unfold and the significant costs involved for all parties. The unclassified simulation, based on a hypothetical scenario in 2026, involved turn-based strategy and assessed various outcomes. The war game concluded that while…
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China Bolsters Air Bases Near Taiwan, Signaling Military Preparedness for Potential Conflict
Recent satellite imagery analysis reveals that China has significantly upgraded at least a dozen airbases near Taiwan, indicating preparations for potential conflict. These upgrades include new hardened aircraft shelters, extended runways, and additional aprons for jet fighters. The Wall Street Journal’s review, with insights from defense analysts, highlights concerns that these enhancements aim to secure…
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Taiwan Adopts ‘Porcupine Strategy’ to Enhance National Defense and Deter Aggression
Taiwan is adopting a strategic defense approach, described as the “Porcupine Strategy,” aimed at deterring potential aggression by making any attack too costly to consider. This strategy involves enhancing its military capabilities, strengthening its alliances, and bolstering its economic and political resilience. The approach signifies a shift towards a more self-reliant defense posture, focusing on…