Commentary China won’t publicly announce its adjusted invasion plans for Taiwan or elsewhere. But by carefully parsing public statements, we can see the regime is learning the lessons from the Russian invasion of Ukraine. The Chinese Communist Party (CCP) has been watching developments in Ukraine with keen interest. Even before the Russian invasion, many analysts…
War in Indo-Pacific Could Reach US Mainland: Army Secretary
The next war that the United States fights could see hostilities erupt in the American homeland, according to the Army’s top two leaders. “The homeland really isn’t a sanctuary anymore,” said Army Secretary Christine Wormuth during a March 15 interview with the Hudson Institute, a Washington-based think tank. “If we were to get in a…
Ukrainian Victory Is Essential for Both Europe and Asia
Commentary The recent example of Russian barbarism and medieval sieges of Ukrainian cities is a stark reminder that we still live with dictators who believe in blood and soil, despise any notions of constitutional self-governance, and do not observe any fictional “red lines” that third parties project onto them. Ukraine Is Not About NATO, It’s…
China Should Learn ‘Lessons,’ Think Twice Before Attacking Its Neighbors: US General
Gen. Kenneth Wilsbach, commander of the U.S. Pacific Air Forces (PACAF), said Russia’s invasion of Ukraine should give China some pause about attacking its neighbors, if the communist regime really learns some “key lessons” from the war. The biggest lesson should be the “solidarity” of the international community in opposing the invasion and the crippling…
Russia-Ukraine War a Reality Check for the CCP
Commentary The ongoing Russo-Ukrainian war and the international community’s reaction to it seem to warn the Chinese regime: There will be disastrous consequences if you act recklessly toward Taiwan. The war has exposed Russian president Vladimir Putin’s serious problems in strategy, tactics, military mobilization, weapons and equipment, logistical supplies, and gaining the Russian people’s acceptance…
Taiwan Military Warns Away Incursion of 13 Chinese Aircraft Into Its Air Defense Zone
Taiwan scrambled assets from its air force on March 14 to warn away an incursion of 13 Chinese military aircraft which flew into its air defense identification zone (ADIZ). The incursion is the latest in a two-year campaign of harassment and intimidation by the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) as it seeks to coerce Taiwan leadership…
Taiwan Says ASUS Will Withdraw Business From Russia Amid Calls From Ukraine
Taiwan-based electronics company ASUS will pull out business from Russia in consideration of its reputation, Taiwan’s economy minister said on Monday, following a letter from a Ukrainian minister urging the company to cut ties with Moscow. Ukraine’s deputy prime minister Mykhailo Fedorov issued a letter to ASUS chairman Jonney Shih on March 10 urging the…
Taiwan Will Defend Differently Than Ukraine in Event of Chinese Invasion: Expert
TAIPEI, Taiwan—Military strategists worldwide have been analyzing the war in Ukraine, particularly how Ukrainians have been able to stall the military advancement of much powerful Russia using mobile weapons, including Javelin anti-tank missiles and the Stinger portable air-defense system. These strategists are making comparisons to Taiwan, an island that would also be fighting a much…
Taiwanese President Calls for ‘All-Out Defense’ Strategy, Referencing Ukraine War
Taiwanese President Tsai Ing-wen called for civil efforts to defend the country against the increased authoritarian threat, referencing the Ukraine war, as she visited training army reservists. “The recent situation in Ukraine once again proved that to protect the country, in addition to the assistance from the international society, depends on the unity of the…
‘Understanding China’ in Light of the Ukraine Crisis
A member of the U.S. National Committee on U.S.-China Relations, speaking at a defence conference in Ottawa, provided her views on Beijing’s motivations and outlook for its relations with Russia.
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