Message from the Director
From years of publications and consistent research output, experts and visiting scholars at TCSS have contributed to the development of a reliable and consistent dialogue platform to further propel a cross-strait peace framework. Through our partnerships and collaborations with friends from all over the world, we have created a strong presence in the field of security studies and cross-strait relations.
TCSS Security Commentaries provides updates and analyses from not only the Indo-Pacific region but also from select parts of the world on a monthly basis. Our team is committed to providing both consistent, factual, and up-to-date information to keep our audience informed.
We at TCSS also make it our duty to follow the standards of journalism and academic integrity, upholding the virtues of producing unbiased content as well as maintaining a policy of transparency. Since our inception, we have held conferences, events, webinars, and workshops to promote our vision for a more peaceful and secure Asia-Pacific region.
Looking ahead, we will strive to continue promoting international dialogue and the exchange of ideas. We hope to continue to provide our readers with timely updates on the events and initiatives at our center, as well as produce quality analyses into the geopolitical dynamics of our time. We thank you for your support and will continue to keep you updated on the developments in the region and abroad as we move forward collectively as stakeholders in this modern era.
Sincerely,
Dr. Fu-Kuo Liu
Director, Taiwan Center for Security Studies
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