Former professor Lyle Goldstein and Taiwanese expert Syaru Shirley Lin discuss the possibility of US-China war over Taiwan, including historical context, military strategies, global ramifications, Taiwan-China relations, and the imperative of quality diplomacy to prevent conflict.

Lyle Goldstein, an expert on China and Russia at Brown University, and Rana Mitter, a Harvard historian, dive deep into the blossoming friendship between Xi Jinping and Vladimir Putin. They discuss how this alliance, marked by mutual support during the Ukraine conflict, poses a challenge to U.S. interests. The conversation explores the implications of their military collaborations and emerging technologies, alongside the delicate balance of authoritarian governance in China. Together, they shed light on the potential reshaping of global power dynamics.

Lyle Goldstein, Director for China engagement at Defense Priorities, talks about a wargaming exercise on a Chinese assault on Taiwan. He discusses the value of wargaming, the assumptions made, and the role of other countries. The possibility of nuclear escalation and the report's conclusions are also explored.

Lyle Goldstein, Director of the China Initiative at Brown University and an expert in China and Russia, dives into the complexities of American involvement in Taiwan. He discusses potential Chinese invasion scenarios and critiques U.S. policy, advocating for a cautious approach. The conversation explores strategic ambiguity, the moral implications of military involvement, and historical parallels to other conflicts. Goldstein emphasizes the need for careful diplomacy and a focus on regional stability rather than ideological motivations.

Lyle Goldstein, an expert on nuclear strategy and the Director of Asia Engagement at Defense Priorities, discusses the alarming return to Cold War conditions between the U.S. and its adversaries like China and North Korea. He examines the Biden administration's recent nuclear strategy shift and the dangers posed by North Korea's nuclear ambitions. Goldstein emphasizes the need for diplomatic solutions and a reevaluation of U.S. nuclear posture to reduce conflict risks and promote global stability, arguing for greater transparency in defense planning.