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How Ready Is China’s Military for Taiwan Invasion Plans? | Taiwan Talks EP596

Taiwan faces increasing military threats from China, particularly with the growing likelihood of a blockade aimed at crippling its economy and military infrastructure. As China develops its five-step encirclement strategy, Taiwan’s defense capabilities and the readiness of its armed forces are being tested. The growing tension has raised significant questions about Taiwan's ability to defend its sovereignty against China’s military aggression. As the geopolitical balance shifts, what role will international support play in Taiwan’s survival? What are the strategic challenges Taiwan faces? What are the potential consequences of a Chinese blockade? Our guests are: Alexander Huang Council on Strategic and Wargaming Studies Chair Lev Nachman National Taiwan University Graduate Institute of National Development Assistant Professor Chapters 00:00:00 – Xi’s Military Purge Tied to Taiwan Plans 00:00:53 – PLA’s 5-Step Plan Targets Taiwan Ports 00:01:31 – Can PLA’s Blockade Strategy Work? 00:06:07 – War vs. Quasi-War 00:09:04 – What Global Support Can Taiwan Expect? 00:10:33 – How Can Taiwan Counter a PLA Blockade? 00:21:32 – Corruption Threatens PLA Readiness 00:21:54 – What He Weidong’s Purge Really Means? 00:23:56 – How Corruption Weakens the PLA? 00:25:14 – Is the PLA Ready for Real Warfare?