Pekingology Xi Jinping’s Plan for Taiwan
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Sep 19, 2024 Kharis Templeman, a Research Fellow at the Hoover Institution and Lecturer on East Asian Studies at Stanford, dives deep into Taiwan's political evolution. He discusses the implications of President Lai Ching-te's policies in a politically divided Taiwan. The conversation reveals Beijing's strategic timelines, particularly the significance of 2027 in military readiness. Templeman also examines the Taiwan independence dilemma and the critical role of U.S. support in maintaining peace amidst growing tensions with China.
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Discovering Taiwan
- Kharis Templeman's initial interest in China led him to study in Beijing and Taipei.
- He found Taipei more appealing and developed a passion for Taiwan's politics.
Lai's Priorities
- Lai Ching-te's main priority is re-election, given the divided political landscape.
- His inauguration speech differed from Tsai Ing-wen's, creating cross-strait challenges.
Beijing's Responses
- Beijing's muted response to Lai's election victory suggests a wait-and-see approach.
- The stronger reaction to his inauguration speech indicates sensitivity to his language.