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2/8/24 Peter Lee on America’s Provocative Troop Deployment on China’s Coast
Feb 20, 2024
Peter Lee, an expert on China-Taiwan relations, discusses US special forces deployment to Kinmen Island near China's coast. They talk about Taiwan's military presence, the likelihood of a Chinese invasion, and the strategic implications for US power. The conversation also covers the competition in microchip technology between Taiwan and the US, as well as China's focus on economic influence over military actions.
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Quick takeaways
- Deployment of US special forces in Kinmen Island serves as a training exercise rather than a provocation towards China.
- Likelihood of Chinese invasion of Taiwan is low due to US focus on other conflicts and challenges posed by naval blockades and international sanctions.
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Special Forces presence on Kinmen Island and the significance
Kinmen Island, located off the coast of Fujian, China, has a long history of being a strategic outpost controlled by the KMT. Currently, Taiwan is increasing the presence of special forces in the region, including on Kinmen Island. This move has been ongoing for a while, but it gained attention recently due to the new Taiwanese president's desire to demonstrate strength and the backing of the United States. However, it is seen as more of a PR move and a way to train and toughen up the Taiwan military, rather than a major provocation towards China. The Chinese mainland does not seem overly concerned, as such deployments have been happening in the region before.
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