It won’t change China’s calculus but is a case study for “decapitation” strikes
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Our weekly podcast on China. This week, why China and Taiwan are scrutinising the American raid
Pushing back could threaten a trade deal and progress on Taiwan
Neither side sees backing down as an option
He suggests he is bargaining with China over weapons sales to the island
It is easier to talk about American harshness than Chinese malaise
