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Beijing Accuses Taiwan Military of Launching Cyberattacks Against China
On 23 September, the Ministry of State Security (MSS) of the People’s Republic of China (PRC) accused “Anonymous 64,” an anti-China group with a social media presence, of conducting frequent cyberattacks against China, Hong Kong, and Macau.
Taiwan’s Nuclear-Free Policy Raises Security Risks
According to the Taiwan government, all nuclear power facilities on the island will be closed by 2025. In response, Taipei’s energy plan currently anticipates an expansion in the use of renewable energy sources. However, their adoption faces considerable bureaucratic, regulatory, infrastructural, climatic, and security obstacles. Pamir assesses a nuclear-free policy will very likely exacerbate Taiwan’s dependence on external sources of energy, adversely impacting Taiwan’s energy security and, ultimately, national security.
Taiwan Strait Tensions Ramp Up
Taiwan Strait tourism has halted as the result of the Taiwan government’s ban on all organized Taiwanese tour groups to the mainland, which took effect on 1 June.
Taiwan’s Challenging Security Environment
Unauthorized public disclosure of sensitive government information and Taiwan individuals’ actions on behalf of Chinese entities spotlight Taiwan’s challenging security environment.
US-China Tensions Persist Despite Biden-Xi Call
Pamir observes that US and Chinese official readouts indicate that fundamental disagreements on priority issues – Taiwan, the South China Sea, trade, and technology –continue to strain the relationship. US-China relations are likely to remain turbulent for the rest of 2024.
US Congress Affirms Security Support for Taiwan
Pamir assesses that China's immediate reactions to US Congressional support for Taiwan, the latest US arms sales package, and an ongoing US-Japan military exercise directed against a potential “China threat” suggest greater concern for growing US-Taiwan security cooperation than with what has become routine US-Japan military coordination.
China Risks Drive Taiwan’s Declining Investments
Once a mainstay of Taiwan investment, China has become increasingly unattractive to small- and medium-sized businesses that now seek to pull out completely within five years and invest elsewhere.
Incoming Taiwan president amplifies support for semiconductor industry
President-elect LAI Ching-te (William Lai) of Taiwan’s Democratic Progressive Party has won the much-anticipated Taiwan elections and appears poised to continue the pro-Western policies of his predecessor.
China’s Demand for ASML Semiconductor Equipment Grows
China’s goal of becoming more self-reliant in semiconductor production has manifested as imports of foreign-made manufacturing equipment are rising, while purchases of foreign chips have dropped.
Taiwan’s Diplomatic Allies Dwindling
Seve Paeniu, Tuvalu’s top contender for its prime minister position, has called for the new government to consider the country’s economic interests and debate the issue of whether to have diplomatic relations with Taiwan or China, according to international media reporting.
US Congress Supports New Taiwan Administration
On 24 January a bipartisan congressional delegation led by Congressional Taiwan Caucus co-chairs Representatives Mario Diaz Balart and Ami Bera arrived in Taiwan for a three-day visit.
US Strengthens Military Ties With Taiwan
In December 2023, the Biden administration approved its 12th arms sale to Taiwan. President Joe Biden signed measures into law calling for strengthened US military ties with Taiwan.
Taiwan’s Economic Decoupling From China Gains Traction
Taiwan’s policy of economic decoupling from China has resulted in the weakening of Taiwan’s economic ties to China, even though China remains Taiwan’s largest export destination and source of imports.
Pamir's John W. Tai interview with Channel News Asia
John W. Tai - senior advisor at Pamir Consulting and adjunct professor, Elliott School of International Affairs, George Washington University - was recently interviewed by Channel News Asia about issues on relations with US and China and the Taiwan Presidential Elections.
Pamir Strategic Insights Issue 4: US reaction to Taiwan's Presidential Election
Washington’s measured response to the results of Taiwan’s presidential election reaffirms US efforts to uphold the status quo vis-à-vis China and Taiwan.
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