Have you ever gotten into an argument with a tankie over Taiwan Strait transits? Have you heard someone, maybe a Chinese official, say that the strait
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New Japanese ‘Carriers’ Taking Tips From Italian Visitor
Earlier this month, Domino Theory reported on the visit of the Italian aircraft carrier Cavour to Japan. The visit coincided with other news reports
Italian Navy Makes a Splash in Japan
The Italian Navy aircraft carrier Cavour and its escort ship Alpino visited Japan at the end of August as part of the carrier strike group’s five
Taiwan Is Churning Out New Ships for Its Navy
Last week, Domino Theory reported on the implications of Taiwan’s new frigate programs. Two new indigenously developed classes of frigate are now
The Shape of Taiwan’s Future Frigate Force Becomes Clear(er)
Taiwan’s youngest frigate is older than the youngest ratings who sail on it. The oldest is more than twice their age. The navy needs new ships, but
Taiwan’s ‘Hot War’ Weapons Versus Its ‘Gray War’ Weapons
A leading Taiwanese military analyst explains why Taiwan needs to field large weapon platforms that might not be practical in an actual war Domino
Can Taiwan Survive the Dangerous ‘Davidson Window’?
Before vacating his position as leader of the U.S.’ Indo-Pacific Command, Admiral Phil Davidson shocked the military world by testifying that China