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Get your Strait facts: China’s quiet Taiwan push

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Geopolitical Shifts and Taiwan's Future

This chapter explores the rising geopolitical tensions surrounding Taiwan and the United States' defense support for the island. It highlights China's diplomatic maneuvers to isolate Taiwan and strengthen its unification agenda, particularly through alliances in the global south. The discussion also emphasizes the implications of international responses and language in the context of potential military aggression towards Taiwan, reflecting shifting global attitudes since recent geopolitical conflicts.

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