As the Ukraine crisis unfolds, China accuses the US of creating an Indo-Pacific version of NATO, and warns of a “Ukraine style tragedy” for Asia. On the other hand, countries like Japan, Philippines, India, Australia and South Korea, seek closer ties to the US as concerns emerge over China’s actions. CNA Insider
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Will China Invade Taiwan?
In pure numerical terms, the People’s Liberation Army (PLA) already dwarfs Taiwan’s defenders. But it’s in this crucial decade that informed observers believe Xi is seeking to develop his forces to a level that could offset their American counterparts if they chose to intervene in any Taiwan Strait crisis. Newsweek
But CAN the United States defend Taiwan?
But here’s the real rub: Saying we WOULD defend Taiwan militarily does not mean we COULD do so successfully. These doctrinal debates over strategic ambiguity versus strategic clarity seem strangely disconnected from military reality. Brookings.edu
China sends 30 warplanes into Taiwan air defense zone
China sent 30 warplanes into Taiwan’s air defense zone ahead of a high-profile visit by US Senator Tammy Duckworth. What do these incursions reveal about China’s game plan? Palki Sharma tells you. Wion
China’s spies are not always as good as advertised
They are adept at hacking and harassing dissidents. But in other areas they have a lot to learn The Economist
Will Anger Over Zero-Covid Policy & Economy be Jinping’s downfall
Chinese President Xi Jinping is missing from the Chinese newspapers. This comes as people in Beijing and Shanghai are protesting against Covid lockdowns in the city. Crux
China has the power to take Taiwan, but…
But there’s a caveat; while China could likely prevail, any victory would come at an extremely bloody price for both Beijing and its adversaries. CNN
Residency applications rejected by Taiwan over ties to China
Law had fulfilled the requirements for permanent residency but his application had been pending for months. Uncertain if it would ever come through, he and his wife decided to move to Britain, where their applications for British national overseas status were approved after just five days. Washington Post
What ‘Pro-Life’ Means in Communist China
From 2012 to 2016, members of the well-known Reformed congregation took to the streets of Sichuan’s capital on Children’s Day to advocate against abortion. Throughout the year, the church organized anti-abortion public lectures. But activists frequently faced government pushback; police often blocked speakers from leaving their homes or broke into the venue to halt events. Christianity Today
Taiwan to hold more talks with US
Deng has pushed strongly for Taiwan to be included in the Indo-Pacific Economic Framework, or IPEF, one part of the U.S. administration’s effort to counter what it says is Beijing’s increasing economic and military coercion in the region. U.S. News & World Report