Japan and Taiwan Joint Maritime Exercise, Vietnam Party Leader Passes, and Robotaxi's Cause Viral Frustration
Jul 23, 2024
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Expert Miles Yu discusses the Taiwan-Japan joint maritime exercise and its implications for regional alliances. He also highlights Vietnam's strategic significance and the diplomatic finesse in international relations. Additionally, he delves into the challenges faced by driverless robotaxis in Wuhan, China, sparking controversy and criticism on social media.
The joint Taiwan-Japan maritime drill showcases a mutual agreement against China's maritime aggression, breaking isolation campaigns.
Vietnam's strategic importance in East Asia challenges China's dominance, with significant military capabilities and US mutual defense potential.
Deep dives
Joint Maritime Drill Between Taiwan and Japan
Taiwan and Japan conducted a joint maritime drill for the first time in over 50 years, coordinating coast guards, eliciting strong reactions from China. The significance lies in mutual agreement and compliance with international norms, marking a pattern of joint maritime law enforcement against China's maritime aggression. This drill signifies a diplomatic breakthrough and the collapse of China's isolation campaign against Taiwan.
Vietnam's Importance in Regional Balance
Vietnam, historically bullied and invaded by China, has become a vital actor in East and Southeast Asia balancing against China. With deep military capabilities, robust economic partnerships, and a mutual defense potential with the US, Vietnam poses a significant challenge to China's regional dominance. The death of Wen Phu Trong underscores Vietnam's strategic importance and its role in challenging China's influence.
Driverless Robotaxis in Wuhan
The emergence of driverless robotaxis in Wuhan, offered by Baidu, sparked awe initially but faced challenges like accidents and customer communication issues. This rushed technological advancement disrupted the taxi market, endangering traditional taxi drivers. The incident reflects a broader trend of China's authoritarian economic strategies prioritizing technological grandiosity at the expense of citizens.
Last week Japan and Taiwan coordinated coast guards in a joint maritime exercise, the first of it's kind in over 50 years. Expert Miles Yu explains what the Chinese Communist Party's reaction was and what it could mean for regional alliances. Next, Miles details the unique regional importance of Vietnam in light of the death of Vietnamese Communist Party General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong. And finally, Miles reveals what's behind the viral and failing robotaxis popping up around Chinese cities.
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