Taiwan: China's First Step in the Domination of East Asia

摘要

The focus of this study is to analyze the various conditions that will cause China to become more aggressive toward the Taiwan reunification issue. Through a variety of historical analyses, an evaluation of specific issues may indicate the most likely future for the China-Taiwan situation. Beijing has threatened on several occasions that war would follow if Taiwan declares independence from the Chinese mainland. These threats have invited harsh reactions from across the Pacific, and may entangle the United States in military conflict with China. Through an analysis of possible futures for the China-Taiwan situation, this study will delineate various circumstances that may cause China to act upon its threats to attack and reclaim Taiwan.