Taiwan's Concerns and Preparations for War

In this podcast episode, the focus is on Taiwan's growing concerns about the possibility of a war with China and how some Taiwanese citizens are taking preparations into their own hands. Despite China considering Taiwan as a breakaway province and posing a threat of invasion, there is doubt among Taiwanese citizens about their country's defensive capabilities. Compulsory military service is seen by some as inadequate in preparing for a real war. As a result, civilians are opting to join private training programs to learn basic rifle shooting and first aid skills. However, the question arises whether Taiwan's government stance is deterring or escalating the risk of conflict with China. Both candidates for the upcoming presidential election have differing views on Taiwan's defense strategy.