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Cross Strait Tensions

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arts-and-culture2 years ago•5 min saved

"Comedic Collision: A Chinese and Taiwanese Duo Shake Up the Bar Scene"

Comedians Vickie Wang from Taipei, Taiwan, and Jamie Wang from Shanghai, China, use comedy to address cross-strait tensions and stereotypes between their respective countries, aiming to bridge the gap between Taiwanese and Chinese people. They confront prejudices and censorship, with Vickie having experienced Chinese censorship and Jamie facing repercussions due to Chinese censorship. Despite the challenges, they believe in the power of comedy to foster empathy and understanding, hoping to make a positive impact through their performances.

via NPR|

#arts-and-culture #china #comedy

international-relations2 years ago•5 min saved

"Taiwan's 2024 Election: Testing US-China Relations"

The upcoming Taiwanese presidential election poses a significant test for US-China relations, with Beijing fearing a victory by the pro-independence front-runner and vowing to unify with Taiwan by force if necessary. Washington plans to work with both Taipei and Beijing to prevent miscalculations and tensions, regardless of the election outcome. The US has no formal ties with Taiwan but provides military support, and President Biden intends to send an unofficial delegation after the election. Regardless of the election result, the US aims to engage with the new Taiwanese government to deter military aggression from Beijing and maintain stability in the Taiwan Straits.

via The Associated Press|

#beijing #cross-strait-tensions #international-relations

international-relations3 years ago•1 min saved

China Escalates Tensions with Taiwan, Sends Dozens of Warplanes

China sent dozens of warplanes, including fighter jets and bombers, toward Taiwan, as the island prepares to hold military exercises aimed at defending itself against a possible invasion. The Chinese People's Liberation Army sent 37 aircraft and seven navy vessels around Taiwan, with 22 warplanes crossing the unofficial midline of the Taiwan Strait or entering Taiwan's air defense identification zone. China has been increasingly showing its displeasure at political activities in Taiwan by escalating the number of military planes sent toward the island.

via Military Times|

#air-defense #china #cross-strait-tensions