Concerns arose after a key component of #Taiwan’s most advanced #Missiles turned up in China. Taiwan's missile developer said no data had been leaked after checking the returned device, but experts say Taiwan must be careful.

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Lawmakers are in #Taiwan to negotiate the text of a trade agreement, after the first round of talks happened in November. The multi-focused agreement will cover areas like anti-corruption standards, small- and mid-sized business trade, regulation, and facilitating trade.

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Will war break out over #Taiwan? Would the United States get involved? And which side is most ready for a #conflict, the United States, China, or Taiwan? A study says the U.S. defense industry is “not adequately prepared” to take on a Chinese invasion of the island. But war game simulations predict the opposite.

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“Taiwan is an independent Nation,” Tiffany said.

Rep. Tom Tiffany will lead 18 lawmakers in introducing a resolution urging the US administration to end its “One China Policy” and formally recognize #Taiwan’s status as an independent nation. https://www.theepochtimes.com/exclusive-rep-tiffany-to-introduce-resolution-calling-for-us-to-recognize-taiwan-independence_5009282.html?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=telegram

#Taiwan is getting a new intelligence chief. The island's president, Tsai Ing-wen, appointed a British-educated senior diplomat. It's part of a broader government reshuffle as the island faces growing military threats from China.

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Will #China invade #Taiwan? To Brad Good, the question is not “will” but “when.”

As an American who has lived in China on and off since 1988 and speaks fluent Mandarin, Good is indeed a China specialist.

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“My gut tells me we will fight in 2025.”

Several former US military officials said the US could face significant shortfalls if there is ever a conflict with the #CCP regime over #Taiwan, coming as US military jets shot down a #ChineseSpyBalloon. https://www.theepochtimes.com/military-experts-issue-warnings-on-possible-us-china-conflict-after-spy-balloon-shot-down_5035144.html?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=telegram

An investigation is accusing a member of Congress of having ties to #ChineseIntelligence. Chinese leader Xi Jinping's ambitions toward #Taiwan should not be underestimated.

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The #Pentagon said China is operating a fleet of surveillance balloons, which have been spotted previously over Latin America, Europe, and Asia.

High-altitude balloons have been seen over #Taiwan and #Japan in recent years.

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Top #Military officials say we are currently preparing for an imminent war with #China.

With the U.S. and #Taiwan both having presidential elections in 2024, both countries will be distracted catering to their own internal affairs.

It is believed that the CCP will use this window of time as an opportunity to move in on Taiwan.

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