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Face-Off: The U.S. vs China
Taiwan
May 21, 2024
Former professor Lyle Goldstein and Taiwanese expert Syaru Shirley Lin discuss the possibility of US-China war over Taiwan, including historical context, military strategies, global ramifications, Taiwan-China relations, and the imperative of quality diplomacy to prevent conflict.
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- Taiwan's semiconductor industry complicates US-China relations.
- Historical tensions and China's desire for unification drive conflict risks over Taiwan.
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US-China Relations and Taiwan's Strategic Importance
Tensions between the US and China are exemplified by the situation in Taiwan. The island has historically been a focal point of contention between the two powers, with doubts on whether past diplomatic successes could be replicated today. President Biden's commitment to defending Taiwan in the face of Chinese aggression underscores its strategic significance. Taiwan's role as the global leader in semiconductor production adds complexity to the US-China dynamic.
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