Sen. Tom Cotton discusses the growing global threat of China in his new book. Taiwan dispatched forces after China's live-fire exercise near its coast. China's military aggression continues with drills off the coasts of Vietnam and between New Zealand and Australia. Chinese President Xi Jinping expresses willingness to take over Taiwan by force. Taiwan detains Chinese crew suspected of cutting undersea fiber optic cable.
Key Points
Sen. Tom Cotton's new book 'Seven Things You Can't Say About China'
Taiwan's response to China's live-fire exercise near its coast
China's military drills off the coasts of Vietnam and between New Zealand and Australia
Chinese President Xi Jinping's willingness to take over Taiwan by force
Taiwan's detention of Chinese crew suspected of cutting undersea fiber optic cable
Pros
Highlights the escalating tensions between China and Taiwan
Provides insight into China's military activities in the region
Cons
Potential for conflict and disruption in the region
Risk of escalation leading to military confrontation