Taiwanese Military Readiness vs. Beijing Threat
Taiwan is facing a threat from Beijing, with concerns about the readiness of its military forces. Efforts to improve defenses, including extending mandatory military service and revamping reservist training, are falling short.
Key Points
- Taiwanese military facing increased threat from Beijing due to Xi Jinping's stance on reunification.
- Efforts to improve defenses falling short with challenges in recruitment and training.
- Concerns raised about Taiwan's military readiness in the event of a conflict with China.
Pros
- Efforts to improve defenses are being made by extending mandatory military service and revamping reservist training.
- The majority of Taiwanese support the decision to lengthen mandatory service.
Cons
- Young Taiwanese are not responding to the call for military service, affecting readiness.
- Challenges include a lack of equipment and instructors, as well as delays in training programs.