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Preventing a war over Taiwan requires making the island a lethal “porcupine” that China cannot easily swallow, showing the US and its allies can mount a credible defence, and convincing Taiwan’s leaders to avoid a declaration of independence, writes Joseph S. Nye, Jr.
In Asian media this week: Imran Khan the ‘winner’ in Pakistan elections. Plus: China’s BYD overtaking Tesla; West really thinks it’s a jungle out there; Thai activists arrested for disrupting royal convoy; PLA not able to invade Taiwan; the land where pet strollers outnumber baby buggies.
In Asian media this week: Debate gets serious about North Korea’s intentions. Plus: Another Thai progressive party beaten by the court system; Pakistan’s shameful history of removing PMs; India’s Hindu temple celebration will help government; HK’s security law at sprint stage; Interest surges in Oppenheimer’s devastation
Taiwan’s general election was notable for signs of growing apathy among voters. Despite the intense international interest in the outcome, a potential November rematch between Joe Biden and Donald Trump may have graver political ramifications for Taiwan’s fate.