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submitted 6 days ago by MicroWave@lemmy.world to c/world@lemmy.world

Summary

Chinese President Xi Jinping reiterated in his New Year’s speech that Taiwan’s “reunification” with China is inevitable.

China has escalated military activity around Taiwan, including frequent incursions near the island and sanctions on U.S.-linked companies over arms sales to Taipei.

Taiwanese President Lai Ching-te rejected Beijing's claims, stating Taiwan’s future can only be decided by its people.

Lai also criticized China’s restrictions on travel and education exchanges with Taiwan, calling for dignified, reciprocal relations based on goodwill and equality.

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chaser behavior

she already said no, what the heck why are you still trying

[-] Doom@ttrpg.network 12 points 6 days ago

Lol thought it was already a part of China poohpants

[-] AlexisFR@jlai.lu 3 points 5 days ago

That's good, the US military is starting to get bored.

[-] WhatSay@slrpnk.net 3 points 5 days ago

Some military strategists are expecting China to make their move in the next couple years.

[-] NauticalNoodle@lemmy.ml 2 points 5 days ago* (last edited 5 days ago)

I've seen similar reports. They are said to have the highest proportion of military aged men in their population between now and the early 2030's before a big downwards population-trend for the next several generations as a result of the ol' limited children policies. After that it's suspected their resources will be too constrained caring for a ballooning elderly population.

-I'll be curious to see how it all plays out.

[-] FreakinSteve@lemmy.world 2 points 4 days ago

This will somehow be treated differently than Gaza

[-] Railcar8095@lemm.ee 9 points 6 days ago

*Excited Putin noises

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