ChinaTalk PLA Invasion: Is Taiwan's Military Ready?
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Jul 3, 2023 Paul Huang, a Taiwan military expert and research fellow at the Taiwan Public Opinion Foundation, provides a deep dive into Taiwan's military readiness against the PLA's expansion. He discusses the challenges Taiwan faces in improving its reservist forces and command capabilities and how these compare to Russia's performance in Ukraine. Huang also analyzes public sentiment on U.S. support and the impact of political factors on military effectiveness. His insights on PLA maneuvers and Taiwan's strategic responses reveal the complexity of the region's security landscape.
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Taiwan's Reservist Force Ineffectiveness
- Taiwan's 2 million reserve force is largely ineffective due to lack of mobilization time and equipment.
- The PLA's Alpha strike would likely cripple Taiwan's command and control, hindering mobilization efforts.
PLA vs. Russian Military Capabilities
- The PLA's capabilities are significantly greater than Russia's, making comparisons misleading.
- The PLA's focus on perfecting capabilities, as revealed through propaganda, should be concerning.
Recent PLA Naval Incidents
- A Chinese J-16 engaged in risky maneuvers with a U.S. aircraft, and a Chinese destroyer came close to a Canadian ship.
- These incidents highlight the PLA's growing assertiveness and the cost-effectiveness of its smaller warships.