Turbulent Times: Conflicts and Strategic Shifts

This chapter explores the dire humanitarian crisis in Sudan and political instability in Germany and South Korea, while providing insights into the informal drone supply network between China and Ukraine amidst ongoing conflicts. It examines Ukraine's military dynamics, public sentiment regarding conscription, and the establishment of training programs abroad, while also delving into escalating tensions in Taiwan and China’s military responses. The discussion highlights critical implications for U.S.-China relations and the evolving strategies surrounding Taiwan's sovereignty as a new U.S. administration approaches.