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What was the amount of bilateral trade between China and Taiwan in 2017?
What was the amount of bilateral trade between China and Taiwan in 2017?
China has renounced the use of force to resolve the dispute over Taiwan's status.
China has renounced the use of force to resolve the dispute over Taiwan's status.
False
Name one military action that China has conducted near Taiwan in recent years.
Name one military action that China has conducted near Taiwan in recent years.
Military drills or exercises
Xi Jin Ping stated that Taiwan's independence forces are the biggest hindrance for the peaceful development of cross strait ties and __________.
Xi Jin Ping stated that Taiwan's independence forces are the biggest hindrance for the peaceful development of cross strait ties and __________.
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Match the following individuals with their statements regarding Taiwan:
Match the following individuals with their statements regarding Taiwan:
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What is the primary stance of China regarding Taiwan's status?
What is the primary stance of China regarding Taiwan's status?
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China has renounced the use of force to resolve the dispute over Taiwan's status.
China has renounced the use of force to resolve the dispute over Taiwan's status.
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What term does Xi Jin Ping use to describe Taiwan's independence forces?
What term does Xi Jin Ping use to describe Taiwan's independence forces?
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As of 2017, over _____ Taiwanese businesses have invested into China.
As of 2017, over _____ Taiwanese businesses have invested into China.
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Which statement did the Chinese foreign minister Wang Yi make concerning Taiwan?
Which statement did the Chinese foreign minister Wang Yi make concerning Taiwan?
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Taiwan has conducted military exercises in response to Chinese activities.
Taiwan has conducted military exercises in response to Chinese activities.
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What type of military actions has China conducted near Taiwan?
What type of military actions has China conducted near Taiwan?
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Match the individual with their statement regarding Taiwan:
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Study Notes
Taiwan and China: Historical Context
- Taiwan has a complex history marked by invasion, occupation, colonization, refuge, and intermarriage.
China's Military Posture and Actions
- China deploys missiles along the Taiwan Strait and conducts regular military exercises near the island.
- The 2017 US Defense Department Report states that China is developing and deploying military capabilities to potentially coerce Taiwan or attempt an invasion.
- China refuses to rule out the use of force to resolve the Taiwan issue.
Economic Ties
- Bilateral trade between China and Taiwan reached $181.76 billion in 2017.
- Over 93,000 Taiwanese businesses have invested in China as of 2017.
China's Stance on Taiwan's Independence
- Xi Jinping, Chinese President, views Taiwan independence forces as the biggest obstacle to peaceful development and stability in cross-strait relations.
- Xi Jinping emphasizes China's commitment to "resolutely contain the separatist path of any form of Taiwan independence."
Recent Developments
- In May 2024, China conducted a two-day military exercise, described as "strong punishment" for Taiwan's "separatist acts."
- Taiwan's security officials reported the deployment of 30 Chinese aircraft, a dozen warships, and a dozen Coast Guard vessels around the island.
China's Position
- Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi insists that "there is only one China in the world, and Taiwan is a part of China."
Taiwan and China Relations
- Taiwan has a complex history marked by invasion, occupation, colonization, refuge, and intermarriage.
- China has deployed missiles along the Taiwan Strait and conducts regular military drills near the island.
- The 2017 US Defense Department Report states that China is developing and deploying military capabilities aimed at coercing Taiwan or launching an invasion.
- China has refused to rule out the use of force to resolve the dispute over Taiwan's status.
- Bilateral trade between China and Taiwan in 2017 reached $181.76 billion.
- Over 93,000 Taiwanese businesses had invested in China by 2017.
- Chinese President Xi Jinping considers Taiwan's independence forces to be a significant obstacle to peaceful development and stability in cross-strait relations.
- Xi Jinping has vowed to resolutely contain any form of Taiwan independence.
- In May 2024, China conducted two days of military exercises, described as "strong punishment" for Taiwan's "separatist acts."
- Taiwanese security officials reported the deployment of 30 Chinese aircraft, a dozen warships, and a dozen Coast Guard vessels around Taiwan during these exercises.
- Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi maintains that "there is only one China in the world, and Taiwan is a part of China."
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Explore the intricate historical background and contemporary issues surrounding Taiwan and China. This quiz delves into military actions, economic ties, and China's stance on Taiwan's independence. Test your knowledge on this complex geopolitical relationship.
