Taiwan Struggles To Upgrade Pedestrian Safety | Taiwan Talks EP170 Taiwan Talks 2023-08-01 | In this episode of TaiwanTalks, we delve into the question of how to enhance pedestrian safety in Taiwan. We explore a range of issues, including how the public perceives pedestrian right-of-way and the prevailing vehicle-centric mindset on Taiwan's roads. We also delve into the cultural and educational aspects that play a pivotal role in advancing road safety measures.Our guests are:Lai I-chung- Prospect Foundation PresidentYao-Yuan Yeh- St. Thomas University International Studies and Political Science Professor and Endowed ChairJiho Chang- Keelung City Councilor (DPP)We also hear from:Vincent Chao- Taipei City Councilor (DPP)Donovan Smith- Political Analyst Specializing in Taiwanese PoliticsChapters0:00 Introduction 5:33 Taiwan’s storefront overhangs10:50 Comprehending Taiwan’s pedestrian right-of-way 15:08 Pedestrian right-of-way in Japan16:36 Interview with Vincent Chao20:27 Vehicle-centric mindset and scramble crossings28:17 Pedestrian scrambles in Taiwan33:40 Interview with Donovan Smith39:19 Pedestrian rights from a cultural perspective44:00 Role of education and an ideal road model#Pedestrians #RoadSafety #traffic #transportation #drivers #sidewalks #Taiwan #Japan
Taiwan President Sends Message to Beijing in National Day Speech | Taiwan Talks #Shorts Taiwan Talks 2024-10-11 | ...
Donald Trump Demands Taiwan Up Defense Spending, Proposes Tariffs on China | Taiwan Talks EP472 Taiwan Talks 2024-10-11 | Former U.S. president and Republican candidate Donald Trump has doubled down on his demands for Taiwan to up its defense spending, calling for an increase to 10% of the country’s GDP. What does this call indicate about Trump’s stance on Taiwan? In this episode of “Taiwan Talks,” we discuss what Trump means with his demands, policies surrounding Taiwan’s defense spending, and how compliance with Trump’s demands could shift U.S.-Taiwan dynamics. Furthermore, we examine Trump’s plans for 100% tariffs on China, how stances on Taiwan and China may affect U.S. elections, and whether public opinion on military support for Ukraine will trickle down to affect Taiwan.Our guests are: Jiho Chang- Keelung City Councilor (DPP)Wang Kai-chun- Office of R.O.C. Legislator Hsu Chiao-hsin Foreign Policy AdvisorChapters 00:00:00 – Introduction00:00:38 – Is 10% GDP Defense Budget a Reasonable Demand?00:06:30 – Could Taiwan Negotiate for Benefits in Return for Compliance?00:08:43 – Trump Proposes 100% Tariff on China00:15:08 – U.S. Party Platforms and Stances on Taiwan00:16:56 – Ukraine President Zelenskyy Meets Biden, Harris, and Trump00:19:41 – Concerns Over Trump’s Ties to Russia, China00:21:40 – Polls: 31% Americans Believe U.S. Provides Too Much Ukraine Support00:24:15 – How Can Taiwan Prepare for Change of Power in U.S.?#Taiwan #Defense #Budget #Constitution #US #Elections #Trump #Harris #China #Tariffs #Economy #ForeignPolicy #Semiconductors #Zelenskyy #Ukraine #Military #Aid #TaiwanTalks
Will Vietnam Join Philippines to Defy China After Brutal Fisher Attack? ｜Taiwan Talks EP474 Taiwan Talks 2024-10-11 | The Philippines says the Chinese coast guard fired water cannons at two of its government fishery vessels resupplying fishers at Scarborough Shoal. At First Thomas Shoal, a Chinese missile ship directed a military grade laser toward a Philippine fisheries bureau plane three times. In the Paracels, China has rejected Vietnam’s account of an attack on 10 fishermen, three of whom suffered broken bones. Hanoi condemned the actions of involved Chinese law enforcement officers as 'brutal.' Does Vietnam's response to this latest incident indicate a shift in its 'opacity' strategy? And are Beijing's actions targeting the recent cooperation agreement signed between Hanoi and Manila? Our guests: Chen Ping-kuei- National Chengchi University Department of Diplomacy ProfessorMarcin Jerzewski- European Values Center for Security Policy Taiwan Office Head
Will China Raise Tensions After Lais Taiwan National Day Speech? | Taiwan Talks EP473 Taiwan Talks 2024-10-10 | Taiwan’s president sends a clear message to Beijing in his first National Day speech on October 10. Welcome to a special recording of Taiwan Talks on Taiwan’s Double Ten Day. Our guests: Chen Ming-chi- Associate professor, National Tsing-Hua University Institute of SociologyTitus Chen- Researcher, National Chengchi University Institute of International RelationsAlexander Huang- Chair of the Council on Strategic & Wargaming Studies and Kuomintang (KMT) International Affairs director#TaiwanNationalDay #ROC #ROCNationalDay #LaiChingte #Tsai #TaiwanIndependence #China #PRC #Xi #PLA #CCP #ChinaNationalDay
How Escalating Conflicts in Middle East May Impact Global Security | Taiwan Talks EP471 Taiwan Talks 2024-10-09 | Iran launched its largest-yet attack on Israel on October 1st, employing 180 missiles that it claims hit 90% of its targets. However, Israel has said that it intercepted most of the missiles with the U.S.’ help. How might escalating conflicts in the Middle East affect global stability? In this episode of “Taiwan Talks,” we examine the growing tensions between Israel and Iran, the U.S.’ role in mediating regional conflicts, and the ramifications of these attacks for the global community. Furthermore, we discuss motives behind Israel’s shift toward an offensive stance in the region, whether nuclear facilities are at stake in confrontations, and how international actors are involved in conflicts in the Middle East. Our guests are: Guermantes Lailari- Retired U.S. Air Force Foreign Area OfficerVincent Chao- Taipei City Councilor (DPP)Tsai Jung-hsiang- National Chung-Cheng University Political Science ProfessorChapters 00:00:00 – Introduction00:00:55 – Would Tensions in Middle East Escalate to War?00:02:54 – Motives Behind Iran’s Larger-Scale Attack00:08:38 – Israel Involved in Conflict on Multiple Fronts00:11:49 – Are Nuclear Facilities Potential Key Targets?00:17:08 – How Are Russia, China Involved in Middle East?00:20:22 – International Responses to Iran-Israel Attacks00:24:02 – Growing Links Between Authoritarian Regimes#Iran #Israel #US #Military #Missiles #Lebanon #Hamas #Hezbollah #War #Taiwan #Netanyahu #Nuclear #Biden #Trump #China #Russia #CRINK #MilitaryAid #TaiwanTalks
Discussion: Effect of Vietnam-China Economic Ties on South China Sea Claims | Taiwan Talks Taiwan Talks 2024-10-08 | Are economic ties preventing Vietnam from taking a harder stance against China regarding territorial claims in the South China Sea? Our guests, Huỳnh Tâm Sáng and Yen Chen-shen, share their thoughts.
Why is Anti-Japanese Sentiment Rising in China? | Taiwan Talks EP470 Taiwan Talks 2024-10-08 | The fatal stabbing of a 10-year-old Japanese boy in Shenzhen, China on the anniversary of Japan’s 1931 invasion of northeast China has triggered calls for Beijing to rein in online anti-Japanese sentiment. Three months earlier in the country's eastern city of Suzhou, a Japanese mother and her preschool child were attacked at a Japanese school's bus stop. A 54-year-old female Chinese bus attendant was fatally stabbed while trying to protect them. The motive behind each attack remains unclear, but anti-Japanese sentiment, especially online, has been rising in China since the release of treated, diluted wastewater from Japan’s Fukushima Daiichi Nuclear Plant in 2023.Our guests: Lai I-chung- Prospect Foundation PresidentBrian Hioe- New Bloom Magazine Founding Editor
U.N. Resolution 2758 and Taiwan’s International Participation | Taiwan Talks #Shorts Taiwan Talks 2024-10-07 | ...
Taiwan President Questions Chinas Territorial Integrity Claim | Taiwan Talks Taiwan Talks 2024-10-04 | Under the 1858 Treaty of Aigun and the 1860 Treaty of Beijing, China’s Qing dynasty ceded land the size of modern Ukraine, Poland, and Lithuania combined to the Russian Empire. It's the largest territorial loss recorded in China’s modern history.In a local interview, Taiwan President Lai Ching-te remarked that if China’s claims over Taiwan are truly about 'territorial integrity,' then China should also seek to reclaim the land Russia seized through treaties in the 19th century. What does he mean? Our guests, Titus Chen and Chris Horton, share their thoughts.
Can Vietnam Balance U.S. and China Relations Amid South China Sea Disputes? | Taiwan Talks EP468 Taiwan Talks 2024-10-04 | Vietnamese President To Lam, who also serves as the General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam, recently made a state visit to China, where he met with Chinese President Xi Jinping. During their meeting, the two leaders signed agreements for the construction of a cross-border railway and agreed to strengthen security cooperation. How will these developments affect geopolitical dynamics in the Indo-Pacific region? In this episode of “Taiwan Talks,” we discuss what To Lam’s state visit indicates about Vietnam’s diplomatic stance, how U.S.-China-Vietnam relations are changing, and how economic factors impact Vietnam’s China policy. Furthermore, we examine Vietnam’s joint coast guard drills with the Philippines, Vietnam’s stance on territorial disputes in the South China Sea, and its land reclamation efforts in the region. Our guests are: Yen Chen-shen - National Chengchi University Professor of Political Science Huỳnh Tâm Sáng - Vietnam National University in Ho Chi Minh City LecturerChapters 00:00:00 – Introduction 00:00:50 – Does To Lam’s visit Signal Shifting U.S.-China-Vietnam Dynamic? 00:06:02 – Is economic reliance strengthening Vietnam-China relations? 00:09:22 – U.S. Strategy on Vietnamese relations 00:12:52 – Vietnam’s “Bamboo Diplomacy” 00:14:05 – How Vietnam’s China Ties May Affect Philippines relations 00:16:49 – Vietnam-Philippines Joint Coast Guard Exercises 00:20:12 – Land Reclamation and Disputes in South China Sea 00:23:51 – How does Vietnam see Spratly and Paracel Islands?
How Has China Used UN Resolution 2758 To Block Taiwan’s Int’l Participation? | Taiwan Talks EP467 Taiwan Talks 2024-10-03 | China has linked UN Resolution 2758 with its “One China” principle and used it to legitimize its claims over Taiwan. This has consequently restricted Taiwan’s participation in the international community. In September, Australia and the Netherlands passed pro-Taiwan motions that reject Beijing’s interpretation of Resolution 2758. As stances on this historic resolution begin to shift, can Taiwan take the opportunity to emerge on the international stage? In this episode of “Taiwan Talks,” we examine the debate around UN Resolution 2758, how China’s interpretation of the resolution has barred Taiwan from organizations such as the UN, and how international “One China” policies are developing. Furthermore, we discuss Taiwan’s opportunities for global participation, how U.S. elections may affect support for Taiwan, and whether multilateral or unilateral approaches would be best for Taiwan’s security. Our guests: Yen Chen-shen - National Chengchi University Professor of Political Science Jasmine Lee - U.S.-Taiwan Watch Co-Editor Chapters00:00:00 – Introduction 00:01:04 – Why Has UN Resolution 2758 Sparked Debate? 00:04:54 – What Does UN Resolution 2758 State? 00:07:55 – Will Int’l Environment Open to Taiwan’s Participation? 00:09:28 – Resolution 2758 Linked to “One China” Principle and “One China” Policies 00:11:53 – How Is U.S. Stance on Taiwan’s Status Developing? 00:17:15 – UN Resolution 2758’s Role in U.S.-China Relations 00:19:20 – How Will U.S. Elections Impact Support for Taiwan? 00:23:50 – Multilateralism, Unilateralism, and Taiwan Security#China #OneChinaPrinciple #OneChinaPolicy #Netherlands #US #UNResolution2758 #UN #Diplomacy #ForeignPolicy #USElections #Trump #Harris #Taiwan #TaiwanTalks
Lai: Chinas Territorial Integrity Claim to Taiwan Applies to Russian Land | Taiwan Talks EP466 Taiwan Talks 2024-10-02 | In a local TV interview, Taiwan President Lai Ching-te said if China's claims on Taiwan are about territorial integrity, then it should also take back land that Russia seized through treaties in the 19th century. “China's intention to annex Taiwan is not because of what anyone or any political party in Taiwan says or does. It’s [also] not for the sake of territorial integrity.” He also says the real reason China wants to take Taiwan is to achieve hegemony in the international area, in the Western Pacific. Under the 1858 Treaty of Aigun and 1860 Treaty of Beijing, China’s Qing Empire signed over to the Russian Empire land the size of modern Ukraine, Poland and Lithuania put together. Our guests: Titus Chen- National Chengchi University Institute of International Relations ResearcherChris Horton- Taiwan-Based Journalist
Will Sri Lanka Turn Pro-China With Marxist-Leaning Dissanayake’s Election? | Taiwan Talks EP465 Taiwan Talks 2024-10-01 | Sri Lanka has voted in an outsider and a former insurgent as its new president in the first election since the country’s 2022 economic collapse. Anura Kumara Dissanayake, leader of left-leaning JVP party is not from either of Sri Lanka's powerful dynasties, but is said to represent change and fresh hope. Can Dissanayake rescue his country from depleted foreign exchange reserves and a stubbornly high cost of living? And how will he balance ties with regional powers India and China?Our guests: Wen-Ti Sung- Atlantic Council China Hub Non-Resident FellowRonan Fu- Academia Sinica Institute of Political Science Assistant Research Fellow
Discussion: Philippines Withdraws Key Ship From Sabina Shoal | Taiwan Talks Taiwan Talks 2024-10-01 | The Philippine Coast Guard has withdrawn its BRP Teresa Magbanua from the hotly contested Sabina Shoal in the South China Sea. What does this mean for the territorial disputes between the Philippines and China? Our guests, Arthur Ding and Tiehlin Yen, discuss.
Spy Plane Violates Japans Airspace 3 Times in 1 Day As China, Russia ‘Test’ U.S. | Taiwan Talks Taiwan Talks 2024-09-28 | A Russian spy plane violated Japan's sovereign airspace off the northern tip of Hokkaido Island three times in one day. These latest Russian incursions come as China and Russia began warship exercises in the Sea of Japan, and days after U.S. President Joe Biden warned Quad leaders that China was “testing us all.” Are China and Russia acting as one to test the United States’ dominance in the Indo-Pacific and punish U.S.-allied Japan and the Philippines? Our guests: Chen Fang-yu- Soochow University Department of Political Science Assistant ProfessorChenlung Kuo- United Daily News Deputy Editor in Chief
China Pressures Malaysia in the South China Sea | Taiwan Talks Taiwan Talks 2024-09-27 | China has reportedly demanded that Malaysia cease exploring and developing oil and gas fields in its sovereign waters off Sarawak State, which China also claims with its 10-dash line. Is Kuala Lumpur facing increasing challenges from Beijing? Our guests, Hoo Chiew-Ping and Ronan Fu, discuss.
Is U.S. Typhon Missile Launcher Deployed in the Philippines a Game Changer? | Taiwan Talks EP463 Taiwan Talks 2024-09-27 | The U.S. deployed the Typhon missile launcher, the country’s intermediate range mobile missile launcher, to the Philippines for joint military exercises in April. The missile system has since remained at an undisclosed location in Luzon, the Philippines' largest island. Equipped with SM-6 missiles and Tomahawks, the Typhon has a strike range of over 1,600 km, putting major Chinese cities such as Shanghai and Guangzhou within its target capabilities. Though China is equipped with its own intermediate range missiles that can hit U.S. territories, the Chinese government has condemned the deployment and accused both countries of fueling an arms race in the Indo-Pacific. However, Manila and Washington have vowed to keep the Typhon missile launcher in the Philippines. In this episode of "Taiwan Talks," we take a deep dive into the Typhon’s capabilities, exploring the system's potential as a game changer for regional security. Furthermore, we look at what it means for the security of Taiwan as the country works with like-minded partners to deter a potential Chinese invasion.Chapters: 00:00:00 – Introduction 00:00:49 – Philippine Coast Guard Ship Forced To Evacuate 00:03:39 – Why Has Philippines Held Back on Requesting U.S. Support? 00:04:55 – Could China Apply Intimidation Tactics to Taiwan? 00:06:57 – Can Philippines, Taiwan Counter Chinese Tactics? 00:09:02 – Renato Cruz De Castro on Tensions With China 00:14:06 – Typhon Missile System’s Impact on Regional Tensions 00:21:32 – Is Diplomacy Still Effective in Deterring China? 00:22:23 – Is China Upping Pressure on U.S. and Its Allies?
Live From U.S.: How Manila and Taipei Can Counter Chinas Mass Military Buildup | Taiwan Talks Taiwan Talks 2024-09-26 | Renato Cruz De Castro, distinguished professor at the Department of International Studies at De La Salle University, speaks to Taiwan Talks host Rath Wang from the U.S.-Taiwan Defense Industry Conference in Philadelphia on how the U.S., Philippines, Taiwan, and other regional democratic allies are boosting security ties amid China’s massive military buildup. He also details the significance of the Typhon missile launcher’s deployment in the Philippines and its firepower capabilities in striking major Chinese cities. De Castro explains why the U.S.-built intermediate range missile launcher is to remain in the Philippines for the foreseeable future.
Are China’s Recent Actions Pursuing Peace Through Strength? | Taiwan Talks Shorts Taiwan Talks 2024-09-26 | ...
China Demands Malaysia Stop South China Sea Oil Drilling Near Sarawak State ｜Taiwan Talks EP462 Taiwan Talks 2024-09-26 | As Malaysia and China celebrate 50 years of diplomatic ties, Kuala Lumpur is facing increasing challenges from China in the South China Sea. The Philippines' Inquirer reported that in February, Beijing demanded Malaysia immediately cease the exploration and development of oil and gas fields in the waters off Sarawak State. And this year alone, Beijing has maintained a continuous presence within Malaysia's Exclusive Economic Zone with at least eight different Chinese coast guard ships, three survey vessels, and Chinese maritime militia boats. As China ramps up pressure on the nations bordering the South China Sea, we ask whether Kuala Lumpur’s so-called “special relationship” with Beijing can escape increasing threats to Malaysian sovereignty.Our guests: Hoo Chiew-Ping- East Asian International Relations (EAIR) Caucus Co-FounderRonan Fu- Academia Sinica Institute of Political Science Assistant Research Fellow
Have China and Its Allies Entered a ‘Prewar’ Era, According to Japan? | Taiwan Talks EP461 Taiwan Talks 2024-09-25 | Has the world’s "postwar" era drawn to a close, and is the transition to a “prewar” underway? According to the Asia Society’s Takako Hikotani, this may be the way that Tokyo is viewing China, Russia and North Korea's increasing belligerence. If we are entering a new prewar era, the aggressor is not Japan this time, but does the country's militarist past mean Tokyo can offer useful perspectives on shifting ambitions? How is Japan seeking to maintain peace by preparing for this prewar phase? Can Tokyo work within the limitations of its pacifist constitution, or does Article 9 of its Constitution need to be amended? Our guests: Masatoshi Murakami- Kogakkan University Department of Contemporary Society Associate ProfessorLiou To-hai- National Chengchi University College of International Affairs Adjunct Distinguished Professor
China’s Incursions Around Taiwan and Japan | Taiwan Talks Taiwan Talks 2024-09-25 | Last month, Taiwan’s defense ministry reported a spike in Chinese military activity around Taiwan’s Air Defense Identification Zone (ADIZ). Meanwhile, Japan has also accused a Chinese spy plane of breaching its airspace, the first such violation since World War II. Our guests, Guermantes Lailari and Takuya Matsuda, share their thoughts.
Is U.S. Special Forces SEAL Team 6 Training for a Taiwan Crisis? | Taiwan Talks #shorts Taiwan Talks 2024-09-25 | ...
Why U.S. Special Forces SEAL Team 6 May Be Training for a Taiwan Crisis | Taiwan Talks EP460 Taiwan Talks 2024-09-24 | The Financial Times has reported exclusively that SEAL Team Six, the U.S. special force that killed Osama bin Laden, has been training for over a year to assist Taiwan in the case of a Chinese invasion. We ask what scenarios they could be training for as the United States military prepares to meet its "pacing challenge" China and "pacing scenario" Taiwan.Our guests: Takuya Matsuda- National Taiwan University the Department of Political Science Taiwan Fellow, Japan Aoyama Gakuin University Adjunct LecturerGuermantes Lailari- Institute for National Defense and Security Research (INDSR) Visiting Scholar
Taiwan’s Self-Defense and U.S. Arms Sales | Taiwan Talks Taiwan Talks 2024-09-24 | As the U.S. presidential election approaches, we discuss the potential shift in U.S.-Taiwan relations and Taiwan’s defense with our guests, Kharis Templeman and Chen Fang-yu.
Concerns Rise Over Chinas Push in the South China Sea | Taiwan Talks Taiwan Talks 2024-09-23 | In an exclusive interview with Taiwan Talks, Ivan Kanapathy, former Director for China, Taiwan, and Mongolia at the White House National Security Council, shares his views on China’s increasingly provocative actions in the South China Sea.
What Two Factors Stand in China’s Way of Invading Taiwan? - Ivan Kanapathy | Taiwan Talks EP459 Taiwan Talks 2024-09-21 | Taiwan Talks spoke with Ivan Kanapathy, Georgetown University, Walsh School of Foreign Service Adjunct Professor who served on the White House’s National Security Council staff as director for China, Taiwan, and Mongolia. Kanapathy is also the coauthor of "Boiling Moat: Urgent Steps to Defend Taiwan". He discusses the four requirements he believes Xi Jinping is using in his calculus to take Taiwan by force, two of which have already been fulfilled. Kanapathy also talks about how the so-called "Axis of Chaos" of China, Russia and Iran, will take advantage of the chaos that ensues from any invasion of Taiwan.
North Korea Unveils Domestic Drones As U.S. and South Korea Hold Joint Drills | Taiwan Talks EP458 Taiwan Talks 2024-09-20 | North Korea has publicly unveiled its domestically produced attack drones for the first time. Meanwhile, the U.S. and South Korea held several joint military exercises involving air, land, and naval forces in preparation for growing threats from North Korea. In this episode of “Taiwan Talks,” we examine the timing of North Korea’s drone reveal, how shifting relations may affect regional power dynamics, and how the U.S. may respond to the growing threat of North Korea. Furthermore, we examine the U.S. presidential candidates’ approaches to foreign policy, reasons behind Japan’s boosted military spending, and growing trends toward military drone development.Our guests are: Lai I-chung- Prospect Foundation PresidentWang Kai-chun- Office of R.O.C. Legislator Hsu Chiao-hsin Foreign Policy AdvisorChapters 00:00:00 – Introduction00:00:48 – Timing of North Korea’s Drone Unveiling00:04:03 – Impact of Russia-North Korea ties on China00:08:57 – How much of a threat is North Korea?00:11:47 – How would U.S. Presidential Candidates Approach Foreign Policy?00:15:26 – Regional shift to drone development00:21:25 – Why is Japan Upping Military Spending?00:24:35 – How likely is Japan to be involved in conflict?#NorthKorea #KimJongUn #SouthKorea #US #Drones #Military #Defense #Security #China #Russia #Putin #Japan #DefenseBudget #ForeignPolicy #Trump #Harris #Taiwan #TaiwanTalks
Why the U.S. Canceled Its Top Envoys Visit to Taiwan｜Taiwan Talks Shorts Taiwan Talks 2024-09-20 | ...
Kamala Harris and Donald Trump Discuss Taiwan Views and More in First Debate | Taiwan Talks EP457 Taiwan Talks 2024-09-19 | U.S. presidential nominees Kamala Harris and Donald Trump had their first debate on September 10, where they discussed issues such as immigration, the economy, and Taiwan. In this episode of “Taiwan Talks,” we discuss the first U.S. presidential debate, the candidates’ current standings in polls, and how important China policy will be in the coming elections. Furthermore, we examine how either candidate might shift U.S. stances on Taiwan, the lasting effects of Trump-era tariffs on China, and how both the U.S. and Taiwan should address Taiwan's defense.Our guests are: Kharis Templeman- Standford University Hoover Institution Project on Taiwan and the Indo-Pacific Program Manager and Research FellowChen Fang-yu- Soochow University Political Science Assistant ProfessorChapters 00:00:00 – Introduction00:00:31 – Trump and Harris on Chip Industry, TSMC00:05:16 – Is China Policy a Key Consideration in Election?00:09:49 – Can China Cast Doubt on U.S. Commitment to Taiwan?00:12:27 – Effects of Trump-Era Tariffs on China00:15:50 – Impact of Debates on Voter’s Choice00:17:51 – China as a Global Threat and Need for Deterrence00:21:51 – Is Taiwan Doing Enough for Self-Defense?00:24:30 – How Taiwan and U.S. Can Cooperate on Threats
Kishida Fumio Meets Yoon Suk Yeol in Seoul｜Taiwan Talks Taiwan Talks 2024-09-19 | Outgoing Japanese Prime Minister Kishida Fumio made his final visit to Seoul while in office and met with South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol. Why have relations between Japan and Korea improved markedly over the past five years? Our guests, Takuya Matsuda and Chen-Dong Tso, share their observations from a geopolitical perspective.
How Putin’s Mongolia Visit May Shift Power Dynamics With China and Beyond | Taiwan Talks EP456 Taiwan Talks 2024-09-18 | Russian President Vladimir Putin recently visited Mongolia, marking his first trip to an International Criminal Court (ICC) member state since the organization issued an arrest warrant for him last year. Despite this, Putin was received warmly in the country. How will developing Russia-Mongolia relations affect regional and global dynamics? In this episode of “Taiwan Talks,” we examine why Mongolia chose to welcome relations with Russia, how this choice may affect regional and global power dynamics, and how Mongolia’s economic needs and geopolitical concerns are linked. Furthermore, we discuss China’s Forum on China-Africa Cooperation, how military and financial involvement in Africa is broadening Chinese control, and whether African nations are benefiting from Chinese presences.Our guests are: Kuo Yu-jen- National Sun Yat-sen University Institute of China and Asia-Pacific Studies Professor and DirectorTsai Jung-hsiang- National Chung-Cheng University Political Science ProfessorChapters 00:00:00 – Introduction00:00:48 – Does Mongolia’s Welcoming of Putin Risk Antagonizing West?00:06:52 – Developments in Russia-China-Mongolia Relations00:11:12 – Can Mongolia Break Economic Reliance on Russia, China?00:13:13 – Would a Ukraine Win in War Weaken Russia’s Regional Hold?00:16:05 – Xi Reaffirms Involvement in Africa With FOCAC00:18:42 – Is China’s Focus in Africa Shifting to Security?00:20:21 – What Is Driving China-Africa Cooperation on Both Sides?00:24:34 – Will China’s Loan-Based Aid Drive Resentment in Africa?#Russia #Putin #Mongolia #ICC #US #ForeignPolicy #Diplomacy #China #Africa #Economy #Energy #Ukraine #Infrastructure #Investment #FOCAC #Loans #Military #TaiwanTalks
Why the U.S. Canceled Its Top Envoys Visit to Taiwan | Taiwan Talks Taiwan Talks 2024-09-18 | In an exclusive interview, former U.S. Ambassador to the UN Kelly Craft shares her experience with the cancellation of her trip to Taiwan due to China’s military reaction in 2021.
Are Linda Sun and Alice Guo Cases a Sign of China’s Influence Operations? | Taiwan Talks Shorts Taiwan Talks 2024-09-16 | ...
Happy Moon Festival！Yin Khvat Takes On the Moon Cake Challenge | Taiwan Talks Taiwan Talks 2024-09-16 | Happy Mid-Autumn Festival, TaiwanPlus audience! Taiwan Talks host Yin Khvat takes on a mooncake challenge this Mid-Autumn Festival, trying to make her own mooncake for the first time. What are your Mid-Autumn Festival plans? Share with us!
How China is Moving on Taiwan and Philippines - Kelly Craft, Jacques deLisle ｜Taiwan Talks EP455 Taiwan Talks 2024-09-16 | Taiwan Talks is at the Taipei Security Dialogue, Taiwan’s equivalent to the Shangri-La Dialogue. We spoke with key note speaker Kelly Craft, U.S. Ambassador to the UN from 2019 to 2021 and former U.S. Ambassador to Canada. We also spoke with Jacques deLisle, University of Pennsylvania's Stephen A. Cozen Professor of Law, Professor of Political Science, and Director of the Center for the Study of Contemporary China.
Armed Chinese Coast Guard Ships Enter Japan’s Waters As Kishida Visits Seoul | Taiwan Talks EP454 Taiwan Talks 2024-09-14 | Four Chinese coast guard vessels, which appeared armed with deck-mounted machine guns, according to the Japanese Coast Guard, entered Tokyo’s territorial waters around the Japan-controlled Senkaku Islands. Beijing also claims the islands. In response, Japan has lodged its third protest with China in less than two weeks. This time the incursion coincided with Japanese Prime Minister Kishida Fumio's visit to South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol, the last time the two will meet before Kishida steps down in early October. Our guests: Takuya Matsuda - National Taiwan University Department of Political Science Taiwan Fellow- Japan Aoyama Gakuin University Adjunct LecturerChen-Dong Tso- National Taiwan University Political Science Professor
Chinese Influence Operations: Linda Sun in U.S. and Alice Guo in Philippines | Taiwan Talks EP453 Taiwan Talks 2024-09-13 | Two suspected Chinese spy cases have made headlines around the world for their infiltration into high-ranking government positions and for the brazenness of their illegal activity. Are the cases of Linda Sun in the U.S. and Alice Guo in the Philippines isolated instances of Beijing's influence operations? Or are they just the tip of the iceberg in a strategy to push China’s agenda across democracies around the world? And is Chinese spying any different to that of the U.S.?Our guests: Raymond Sung- Prospect Foundation Vice President Guermantes Lailari- Retired U.S. Air Force Foreign Area Officer#Espionage #Taiwan #Infiltration #
Voter Priorities in Swing States As Trump and Harris Poll Neck-and-Neck | Taiwan Talks EP452 Taiwan Talks 2024-09-12 | Polling conducted on the coming U.S. elections show that presidential candidates Kamala Harris and Donald Trump are neck-and-neck in the six battleground states. What are the key factors driving voters, and how will the Asian American vote influence the final results? In this episode of “Taiwan Talks,” we look at the key positions that are under scrutiny, the candidates’ China policies, and voter priorities in the critical swing states. Furthermore, we examine the significance of the Asian American vote, Taiwan’s connections to several swing states, and how communist influences may affect ballots. Our guests are: Tsai Jung-hsiang- National Chung-Cheng University Political Science ProfessorYen-Pin Su- National Chengchi University Department of Political Science ProfessorChapters 00:00:00 – Introduction00:00:31 – Where Do Trump and Harris Stand in Elections?00:04:12 – Michigan Senator Stephanie Chang on the Asian American Vote00:07:50 – Is China a Major Point of Concern for Voters?00:10:55 – Minnesota Representative Liz Lee on Voter Priorities00:14:48 – How Is the Russia Factor Affecting Voter Opinions?00:19:55 – California Representative Evan Low on Taiwan in Party Platforms00:22:05 – Harris Releases Details on Foreign Policy Focus00:25:48 – How Do Both Candidates See the Taiwan Issue?
Discussion: Philippines and Vietnam Deepen Defense Ties | Taiwan Talks Taiwan Talks 2024-09-12 | The Philippines and Vietnam agreed to strengthen their defense ties and advance cooperation on maritime security during a visit by Vietnam's defense minister, Phan Van Giang, to Manila where he held talks with his Philippine counterpart, Gilberto Teodoro. Our guests, Liu Fu-kuo and Tony Hu, discuss the meeting's significance.
Senator Stephanie Chang on What It Takes To Win Michigan | Taiwan Talks Taiwan Talks 2024-09-11 | Taiwanese American Michigan State Senator Stephanie Chang speaks to Taiwan Talks Host Rath Wang about how her state could be a key factor in deciding the election as Kamala Harris and Donald Trump continue to poll neck-and-neck. Chang talks about the issues that are resonating with Michiganders, including kitchen table issues, the economy, the ongoing Israel-Gaza conflict, anti-Asian sentiment, and national security. She stresses how the Asian American vote could be crucial in tipping the tides, given that it is the fastest-growing bloc in Michigan and other parts of the U.S. Chang also shares on her family background, thoughts on the Taiwanese American community, and the state of Taiwan-Michigan ties.
Exclusive: Minnesota Representative Liz Lee on Tim Walz, Asian American Vote | Taiwan Talks Taiwan Talks 2024-09-11 | Minnesota State Representative Liz Lee speaks to Taiwan Talks Host Rath Wang about her home state's key winning strategy in the 2024 U.S. elections. Democratic vice presidential candidate Tim Walz currently serves as governor for Minnesota. Lee speaks about how Walz's candidacy is boosting support in key battleground states in the midwest region. She also details how many traditionally Republican voters among the Taiwanese American and Hmong American communities may be doubting their party's anti-communist stance with former President Donald Trump's candidacy.
Xi Acknowledges Economic Challenges Amid Moves To Boost Chip Investment | Taiwan Talks EP451 Taiwan Talks 2024-09-11 | China’s state-run Xinhua News Agency has reported that Xi Jinping acknowledged difficulties in the country’s economy. With the Chinese government investing US$47 billion in its semiconductor industry, can China overcome both foreign and domestic challenges to reach its 5% GDP growth target? In this episode of “Taiwan Talks,” we examine the significance of Xi’s admission, pullout of foreign direct investment from China, and responses to the country’s Third Plenum. Furthermore, we discuss internal and external challenges for China’s economy, the viability of Xi’s proposed economic policies, and whether China’s semiconductor investment fund could help the sector regain a competitive edge. Our guests are: Marco Mezger- Neumonda Executive Vice President and Chief Operating OfficerRaymond Sung- Prospect Foundation Vice PresidentChapters 00:00:00 – Introduction00:00:54 – Why Has Xi Acknowledged Economic Challenges?00:03:43 – Exodus of Foreign Capital From China00:07:46 – “Xi Jinping, the Reformer” Article Retracted00:10:09 – Are Xi’s Economic Policies Viable?00:14:58 – China’s Semiconductor Investment Fund00:17:49 – How Are Sanctions Impacting Chinese Development?00:21:40 – Major Challenges to China’s Economy00:24:40 – Outlook for China’s Economic Development#XiJinping #China #Semiconductors #Chips #Economy #Investment #FDI #Subsidies #EVs #ThirdPlenum #GDP #Sanctions #US #Development #TaiwanTalks
Discussion: U.S. Could Escort Philippine Ships in South China Sea | Taiwan Talks Taiwan Talks 2024-09-11 | U.S. Indo-Pacific Commander Samuel Paparo has stated that U.S. ships could escort Philippine vessels on resupply missions in the South China Sea. Will this further complicate the tense situation in the region resulting from competing claims of sovereignty by various countries? Watch the analysis from our guests Tony Hu and Liu Fu-kuo.
Exclusive: Silicon Valley Representative Evan Low on Taiwan Policy | Taiwan Talks Taiwan Talks 2024-09-10 | California State Representative Evan Low speaks to Taiwan Talks Host Rath Wang about support for Taiwan and his party’s shared values with the island nation. Low details the differences seen in this year’s Democratic and Republican Party platforms on Taiwan policy and why the “Six Assurances” matter. He also explains how Taiwan can actually serve as a role model for the U.S. Low represents California’s 26th District, which includes most of Silicon Valley in the San Fransisco Bay Area where a large proportion of Taiwanese Americans reside.
Bangladesh’s Worst Floods: Is Water Stoking Tensions in India, China, Tibet? | Taiwan Talks EP450 Taiwan Talks 2024-09-10 | Floods and landslides have devastated parts of India as well as Bangladesh, which has experienced the worst floods in its living memory. Eleven Bangladeshi districts were inundated, with some reports saying more than 6 million people in the country’s east were impacted. Some Bangladeshis blame officials in India, saying water was released from the Dumbur dam in the neighboring Indian state Tripura without warning. New Delhi said the usual warning was disrupted by a power outage and that the flooding originated from catchment areas downstream from the dam. Looking beyond, China became the region's upper most riparian state after annexing Tibet in the early 1950s, though it does not hold any water sharing agreements with its neighbors. As extreme weather events multiply, and global freshwater supplies run low, we ask how water is contributing to geopolitical tensions.Our guests are: Chen Ping-kuei- National Chengchi University Department of Diplomacy ProfessorSana Hashmi- Taiwan-Asia Exchange Foundation Postdoctoral Fellow#Dhaka #WaterWar #WaterHegemony #Brahmaputra #YarlungTsangpo #Mekong #Vietnam #Thailand #Cambodia #Laos
Indonesias and the U.S. Indo-Pacific Strategy | Taiwan Talks Taiwan Talks 2024-09-10 | More than 5,000 troops from Australia, Japan, the U.K., Singapore, and France participated in Super Garuda Shield, an annual joint military exercise hosted by Indonesia and the U.S. Is the U.S. trying to create a 'NATO of the Indo-Pacific' to counter China? Our guests, Yuan I and Charles Wu, share their thoughts.
