Here's the official render: So the missile canister layout from front to back is as follows: 2 HF-II+ 2 HF-II (pointing right), 4x2 TC-II + 2 HF-III (pointing left), 4x2 TC-II + 2 HF-III (pointing right), 2 HF-II+ 2 HF-II (pointing left)
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Here's the official render: So the missile canister layout from front to back is as follows: 2 HF-II+ 2 HF-II (pointing right), 4x2 TC-II + 2 HF-III (pointing left), 4x2 TC-II + 2 HF-III (pointing right), 2 HF-II+ 2 HF-II (pointing left)
Ambassador Chas Freeman is a veteran diplomat. He was the chief-interpreter for President Nixon when Nixon visited China in 1972. In this recent speech, he has given a nuanced view of the US-China-Taiwan relationships, both the history and the current state-of-affairs, as well as future implications.
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That's definitely the realest and most clear headed take on the current trajectory of the situation I've read in a long time.
It's a shame that many current diplomats and IR pundits don't have this level of geopolitical maturity. Freeman really is from a different era of competence.
I like these points that were iterated by LKY before:
Taiwan strategy ain't much different from Falungong.
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From what I read, it was quite an honest and Frank take on the history and current situation.
I do take issue with his obligatory take on Hong Kong and Xinjian. But apart from that it was quite refreshing to hear an American admitting quite a few home truth. Particularly those that often come from ignorant members here. Below I though says it all.
"In 1979, as the Taiwan Relations Act (TRA) noted, the United States “terminated governmental relations with the governing authorities on Taiwan.” The TRA was enacted to enable Americans to sustain our ties with the people of Taiwan without “governmental relations.” But it is hard to argue that, in most respects, such relations have not now been restored.
By progressively going back on its word, Washington has established a reputation in China for faithlessness that precludes anyone there trusting further American commitments"
The recent Administration's actions and subsequent close reelection demonstrates that the risks the author described are very real. US foreign policy is actually becoming less stable.
The hawks can easily win again in 2024 and collide with Xi's Taiwan plans.
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The risks have always been there. It's just that its hidden before, but with Trump's antics it's now more transparent.
I repeat above:
"By progressively going back on its word, Washington has established a reputation in China for faithlessness that precludes anyone there trusting further American commitments"
Hi Gatekeeper,
The same thing happen with Russia regarding NATO east ward expansion and Ukraine. the reason for China and Russia rapprochement.
Yes indeed. Which is why China should never let their guards down. These western countries can never be trusted. They have history of going back on their words.