China-Taiwan Tensions: Preparing for War (Reupload) | Full Episode | SBS Dateline

In this two-part special Jennifer Wong reports on China's rise in power. This second part looks at China's increasing threats against Taiwan, and how the Taiwanese feel about their identity and future.

This episode first aired in 2021

Watch Part 1 about China-Australia tensions here    • China-Australia Relations: What Went ...  

00:00 Introduction
01:00 Politician Enoch Wu on Taiwan's preparedness for China's potential military attack
02:55 How serious is the threat from China and how can the Taiwanese prepare?
05:03 Why China increases military pressure against Taiwan
06:43 The Taiwan government says it wants peace
09:02 China's grey zone tactics: disinformation, cyber-attacks and economic coercion
10:11 Frontline Matsu Islands live under the threat of China's invasion
11:58 How Chinese ships illegally dredge sand in Taiwan's waters
16:50 A brief history of Taiwan
18:22 What’s stopping other countries from recognising Taiwan?
19:18 Is it the Republic of China or just Taiwan? The Taiwanese are divided
27:33 The status quo

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