IISS Chief Executive on Taiwan, US-China Relations

The video discusses the geopolitical tensions surrounding Taiwan, focusing on the concept of decoupling and its impact on the price of war. It explores China's stance on Taiwan, emphasizing peaceful reunification but warning against independence declarations. The economic implications of decoupling versus derisking are analyzed, highlighting the risks of conflict. China's defense strategy and international engagement are outlined, with a focus on the importance of dialogue between the US and China to prevent military accidents and improve relations.

What is the main reason for the decreasing price of war according to the transcript?

• Taiwan's economic growth

• US military withdrawal from the region

• Beijing having less to lose

• Increased military spending by Taiwan

What is China's stated intention regarding Taiwan?

• Economic sanctions

• Nuclear deterrence

• Peaceful reunification

• Immediate military invasion

What might trigger China to defend its core interests in Taiwan?

• US military exercises

• Taiwan's declaration of independence

• Taiwan's increased trade with Japan

• Economic sanctions by the UN

What is necessary to improve military relations between Washington and Beijing?

• Increased military spending

• Variety of conversations at different levels

• Joint military exercises

• Complete economic decoupling

Why might China be hesitant to establish guardrails in military communication?

• It would lead to economic instability

• It would violate international law

• It would require too many resources

• It could make the US too confident