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What does the US military want in Guam, Japan and Hawaii?

Apr 21, 2025
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ANECDOTE

Jungle School Military Training

  • Jungle School trains soldiers to navigate tropical, tech-limited environments, simulating Vietnam-era combat conditions.
  • Dan Ming embedded with soldiers for three days, experiencing physical challenges like river crossings and compass navigation.
INSIGHT

Rising Taiwan Conflict Risks

  • U.S.-China conflict over Taiwan grows more likely each year, with high uncertainty around invasion methods and U.S. response.
  • Risk of accidental local conflict escalating into wider war between nuclear powers is a major concern.
INSIGHT

Why Taiwan Matters to U.S.

  • Defending Taiwan is seen as vital to maintain U.S. influence and reassure Asia-Pacific allies.
  • Taiwan's semiconductor industry heightens economic stakes, but U.S. has no formal diplomatic ties with Taiwan.
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