Richard Sanders In a decisive move to maintain its leadership in advanced semiconductor technology, Taiwan’s government has pledged to ensure that cutting-edge chip manufacturing capabilities remain on the island. This commitment follows Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company’s (TSMC) announcement of a substantial $100 billion investment in expanding its operations in the United States over the next…
by Martin Haffner Associate Editor In a stark warning reflecting the escalating tensions across the Taiwan Strait, China’s military has declared its intent to tighten the “noose” around Taiwan should separatist sentiments on the island grow. This announcement underscores the Chinese government’s unwavering stance against any moves toward independence by Taiwan, which it considers a…
Richard Sanders In recent discussions, Western analysts have frequently characterized Russia as China’s “junior partner” or even a “vassal state.” This narrative has become a dominant theme in conversations surrounding the evolving relationship between the two nations. Over the past few decades, ties between Russia and China have strengthened significantly, particularly following the onset of…