Taiwan Challenging China: Taiwan’s leaders reject Beijing’s “one country, two systems” policy, citing Hong Kong’s lost freedoms as a cautionary tale. Economic Independence: With TSMC producing over 60% of global advanced semiconductors, Taiwan wields massive economic leverage against China. Military Preparedness: Taipei’s record $19 billion defense budget and modernized weapons reflect growing readiness for potential … Continue reading Taiwan Challenges China: Island’s Defiance of “One Country, Two Systems” Sparks New Geopolitical Tensions