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Taiwan revives anti-communist military training amid China threat

Taiwan is reinstating "anti-communist" training for its military graduates after a 24-year pause, reflecting heightened concerns about Beijing's influence and espionage activities. The compulsory five-day course, set to begin in July, aims to bolster officers' understanding of national security threats posed by China. This move signifies a strategic shift in Taiwan's approach to military education, emphasizing awareness of Beijing's intensifying pressure, united front tactics, and grey-zone operations. AI

RANK_REASON Significant policy shift by a government in response to geopolitical tensions. [lever_c_demoted from significant: ic=1 ai=0.1]

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Taiwan revives anti-communist military training amid China threat

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  1. SCMP — Tech TIER_1 English(EN) · Lawrence Chung ·

    Taiwan revives ‘anti-communist’ training for its military graduates after 24 years

    Taiwan has revived its “anti-communist patriotic education” programme for military academy graduates, reflecting growing concern over Beijing’s efforts to infiltrate the island’s armed forces after a string of espionage cases involving service members. The compulsory five-day cou…