TCSS Security Commentaries #033 As Taiwan works to deter military threats, it should leverage its dominance in the global semiconductor supply chain as an economic component of its deterrence strategy. Georg Tannen, Intern, TCSS Source: Foreign Policy There has been recent debate about the effectiveness of Taiwan's silicon shield and its existence. In theory, the … Continue reading Reframing the Silicon Shield as a Silicon Porcupine Sting
Assessment of Germany’s Feminist Foreign Policy Guidelines
TCSS Security Commentaries #033 While it is still a work in progress, we can assess that the Feminist Foreign Policy of Germany represents a commitment to promote gender equality and human rights around the world by recognizing the importance of a feminist perspective in foreign policy. -Pauline Geyer, Intern, TCSS Source: A round table for … Continue reading Assessment of Germany’s Feminist Foreign Policy Guidelines
NATO and the Indo-Pacific: New Developments for More Cooperation with the AP4
TCSS Security Commentaries #033 nato's lean to the indo-pacific - led by its engagement with the 'ap4' australia, new zealand, japan and south korea - and its stated concerns over china's intentions and behaviour are significant developments in the dynamics of international security. -Georg Tannen, Intern, TCSS Leaders from the four Indo-Pacific countries invited to … Continue reading NATO and the Indo-Pacific: New Developments for More Cooperation with the AP4
China Expands Footprint in Taliban’s Afghanistan: Signs $540 Million Energy Deal
TCSS Security Commentaries #032 Strategically, the vacuum created by the withdrawal of the West after decades of its hegemonic presence is a timely opportunity for China to strengthen its foothold in the region. Rebecca Chohwanglim, Visiting Scholar, TCSS. Afghanistan's Taliban Political Chief, Mullah Abdul Ghani Baradar, and China's Ambassador to Afghanistan, Wang Yu, in Kabul.Source: … Continue reading China Expands Footprint in Taliban’s Afghanistan: Signs $540 Million Energy Deal
NATO and the Indo-Pacific: Can India be another Springboard?
TCSS Security Commentaries #032 The path forward seems to be establishing a very targeted, carefully structured cooperation that will permit India and NATO to collaborate against security threats while allowing New Delhi's diplomats to keep ties with other states to maintain India's strategic autonomy. Pauline Geyer, Intern, TCSS Source: https://avaaz24.com/nato-plus-should-india-join/ In March 2023, New Delhi … Continue reading NATO and the Indo-Pacific: Can India be another Springboard?
New Chapter of Old Playbook: North Korean Missile Tests Amidst US Midterm Elections
TCSS Security Commentaries #030 After the stalled Trump-Kim summit diplomacy in 2018, the Korean Peninsula is back on the security agenda as North Korea has tested an unprecedented number of missiles in 2022. Luana Margarete Geiger, Taiwan Fellowship Scholar North Korea has been causing alarm in the Pacific region as it ramped up missile testing. … Continue reading New Chapter of Old Playbook: North Korean Missile Tests Amidst US Midterm Elections
Bali G20 Summit: Joint Communiqué Is Not Indicator of Success
TCSS Security Commentaries #030 The Indonesian Presidency of 2022 G20 has succeeded in placing a series of crucial issues in “the Leaders’ Declaration.” Elpeni Fitrah, Taiwan Center for Security Studies The Group of 20 (G20) Summit concluded by adopting the 19-page-long “G20 Bali Leaders’ Declaration” with 52 key points on November 16 in Bali, Indonesia. … Continue reading Bali G20 Summit: Joint Communiqué Is Not Indicator of Success
Nordstream Sabotage: EU-Russia Energy Tensions Escalate
TCSS Security Commentaries #029 The large-scale damage inflicted upon the Nordstream pipelines marks an important turning point in Europe's energy crisis, exemplifying how much is at stake in this complex constellation of interests. Milan Thiée, University of Heidelberg The ongoing power struggle between Russia, Europe, and the US noticeably played out in a scramble for … Continue reading Nordstream Sabotage: EU-Russia Energy Tensions Escalate
CHIP 4: Turning Point for South Korean Balancing Act?
TCSS Security Commentaries #029 Ratcheting tensions in the Korean peninsula and hesitancy to adhere US CHIP 4 alliance highlights South Korea's diplomatic tightrope walk between US-China strategic competition, domestic tech industries, and North Korea. Luana Margarete Geiger, Taiwan Fellowship Scholar President Biden's administration has been renewing the alliance network in East Asia with the international … Continue reading CHIP 4: Turning Point for South Korean Balancing Act?
India’s Rejection of ‘US vs. China’ Construct
TCSS Security Commentaries #028 India has its independent standpoint and perspective on the world order. India's policies will be defined by its own "choices, values, and interests. Nihar K Kulkarni, University of Warsaw Over the past two decades, India has gradually expanded and strengthened its defense and strategic relations with the West, particularly with the … Continue reading India’s Rejection of ‘US vs. China’ Construct
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