Strategy Military

This PSIA student essay explores how Taiwan’s engagement in the Indo-Pacific is heavily influenced by the US and China. The US has been Taiwan’s historical protector, providing security guarantees and support, while China poses a significant threat, claiming Taiwan as part of its territory. Taiwan’s strategy involves balancing its reliance on the US for security and international recognition with the challenges posed by China’s pressure and influence.

Louis Hobbs Martin analyses the impact of exclusion of France from the strategic alliance of AUKUS and its implications for the partnerships in the Indo-Pacific.

This PSIA student essay explores how Taiwan’s engagement in the Indo-Pacific is heavily influenced by the US and China. The US has been Taiwan’s historical protector, providing security guarantees and support, while China poses a significant threat, claiming Taiwan as part of its territory. Taiwan’s strategy involves balancing its reliance on the US for security and international recognition with the challenges posed by China’s pressure and influence.