How Taiwan's Status is Resolved Will Determine Whether U.S.-China Relations are Cooperative or Hostile

Abstract

Depending on how Taiwan's status is resolved, U.S.-China relations could range from friendly cooperation to cold war. As China's military capabilities grow, it will be increasingly important-and increasingly difficult-for the United States to both prevent an attempt at violent reunification and maintain the capability to defeat it.

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Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Jan 01, 2007
Accession Number
ADA473437

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  • David Shlapak
  • Roger Cliff

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