| > The current Taiwanese government's only stated goal is to defend itself. That is entirely wrong. There are plenty of people in the current government pushing the envelope to achieve more "pronounced" independence. Two examples: Biden’s democracy summit incident. https://www.reuters.com/world/asia-pacific/curious-case-map-... Change of passport. The current government is also pushing to get the day-to-day name Taiwan more prominent. For example, they are putting the Taiwan name on the passport now, even though their constitutional name is Republic of China (I am wondering when they will change that). Depending on which side you are, you may consider these are declaration of independence and a change of status quo. > China could attack Taiwan (particularly Matsu and Kinmen), but an attack on the mainland also appears less likely these days, given the very real chance of humiliation a la Russia in Ukraine. I think you may misunderstand the CCP. Even the perception of losing Taiwan will cause them to lose control in the mainland. What matters most to CCP? And imagine what they will do. |
Everyone understands that Taiwan will not invade China. To classify Taiwan as the aggressor is wildly disingenuous.