China's Taiwan Military Drills

China's Military Drills and Taiwan's Defense

This episode investigates China's "Straight Thunder 2025" military exercises, including YJ-21 missile deployments and simulated blockades, and their implications for Taiwan. We analyze international responses from the U.S., EU, and G7, along with the economic and legal consequences of China's actions. Additionally, we examine Taiwan's defense strategies, bolstered by U.S. military support, and public sentiment under President Tsai Ing-wen's leadership.

China’s Military Drills and Global Implications

This episode analyzes China's military exercises near Taiwan, including the use of ballistic missiles and reconnaissance drones, the indefinite extension of drills, and Taiwan's response. We discuss the EU's condemnation, U.S. military presence, and economic consequences amidst heightened tensions. Regional public opinion and strategies to counteract escalating aggression are also examined.