# Cross-Strait Relations
Latest news and articles about Cross-Strait Relations
Total: 39 articles found
The Rhetoric of Attrition: Deconstructing Taipei’s ‘Hellish’ Invasion Scenarios
A retired Taiwanese general has dismissed the Ministry of National Defense’s warnings of 'hellish' invasion scenarios as political propaganda. This public dispute underscores the internal friction in Taiwan over defense strategy and the ongoing cognitive warfare between Taipei and Beijing.
Strategic Silence: What the PLA’s Indifference Toward Taiwanese Fishermen Reveals About Beijing’s Playbook
A recent non-confrontational encounter between PLA warships and Taiwanese fishermen highlights Beijing’s strategy of 'strategic indifference.' Meanwhile, the Lai administration suffered a legislative blow as opposition parties blocked a massive 210 billion TWD drone procurement bill, citing cost and transparency concerns.
The Rubber Meets the Road: Taiwan’s ‘Non-Red’ Supply Chain Ambitions Falter Over Chinese Tires
The discovery of mainland Chinese-branded Sailun tires on Taiwanese military vehicles has sparked criticism of the DPP's 'non-Red supply chain' policy. Despite the military's defense that the tires were produced in Southeast Asia, the incident underscores the difficulty of decoupling defense logistics from Chinese corporate entities.
Mathematics of Misinformation: How a Retired General's Missile Gaffe Became a Tool for Cross-Strait Mockery
A mathematical error by retired Taiwanese General Yu Bei-chen regarding missile interception rates has been turned into a mockery-based exam question in mainland China, fueling a debate over military professionalism and cross-strait propaganda.
A Show of Force and a War of Optics: The CNS Fujian’s Strategic Passage Through the Taiwan Strait
China’s most advanced aircraft carrier, the CNS Fujian, has transited the Taiwan Strait, prompting a psychological and rhetorical clash between Beijing and Taipei. While Taiwan utilized surveillance to monitor the vessel, Chinese analysts have dismissed these actions as a sign of strategic anxiety in the face of the PLAN’s growing maritime dominance.
Probability and Polemics: How a Taiwanese Math Exam Became a Political Battlefield
A high school math exam in Taiwan featured a probability question mocking a famous mathematical error by retired General Yu Bei-chen. The incident highlights the intersection of education, military commentary, and political satire in the cross-strait information war.
The Ghosts of Xishan: Beijing Revives 'Hidden Front' Martyrs to Anchor Taiwan Ambitions
Descendants of 1950s-era mainland agents gathered in Beijing to commemorate those executed during Taiwan's White Terror. The event underscores how the CCP utilizes the history of the 'hidden front' to bolster its ideological case for national reunification.
The Politics of Memory: Beijing Honors the ‘Invisible Front’ in Renewed Push for Unification
Descendants of undercover agents gathered in Beijing to honor martyrs executed in Taiwan during the 1950s White Terror. The event highlights Beijing’s strategic use of historical memory and 'red' family legacies to promote its narrative of inevitable cross-strait reunification.
Escalation in the Strait: Taiwan’s Southern Missile Surge Faces Beijing’s Hardening Rhetoric
Taiwan is significantly increasing its missile density in the south to counter PLA carrier groups, a move Beijing dismisses as a futile attempt to resist reunification. This shift toward asymmetric 'ambush' tactics highlights the growing strategic importance of the Bashi Channel and increases regional military tensions.
Smoke Over the Strait: Incident at Hsinchu Air Base Highlights Taiwan’s Defense Strains
An unexplained explosion and smoke at Taiwan's Hsinchu Air Base have triggered an emergency response and heightened regional concerns. As the primary interceptor hub facing the Taiwan Strait, the facility is central to the island's defense against frequent Chinese aerial incursions.
Optics and Ordnance: Presidential Inspection of Taiwan Drills Marred by Technical Glitches
President Lai Ching-te's recent inspection of a military drill faced public ridicule after a 'target destroyed' command resulted in no missile launch. The technical failure has sparked a debate over the actual readiness of Taiwan's defense forces amidst rising cross-strait tensions.
Asymmetric Realities: Deciphering the PLA’s Hypersonic Volley in the Taiwan Strait
Recent military drills by the PLA Rocket Force featuring the DF-17 hypersonic missile signal a shift toward 'systemic suppression' of Taiwan's defenses. While Taiwan focuses on tactical emergency readiness, the widening gap in industrial capacity and technological integration suggests a growing asymmetry in cross-strait military power.