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Former Pentagon official warns of China's growing assertiveness around Taiwan

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Randy Schriver, Chairman of the Institute for Indo-Pacific Security, expressed significant concern regarding China's escalating assertiveness in the Indo-Pacific region, particularly concerning Taiwan. He highlighted China's new persistent Coast Guard patrol east of Taiwan as a strategic move to physically manifest sovereignty claims through lawfare and intimidation tactics. Schriver also criticized recent statements by former President Trump regarding Taiwan, arguing they undermined deterrence and aligned with Chinese narratives. AI

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Former Pentagon official warns of China's growing assertiveness around Taiwan

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