China could occupy Taiwan without firing a shot – CSIS

China has several options to occupy Taiwan without firing. This is discussed in the material of the Washington Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS).

Analysts say China has significantly increased pressure on the island in recent years, with its warships and aircraft now operating around Taiwan almost daily, raising fears that the Tensions can rise to outright conflict. While much of the world’s attention is focused on the threat of Chinese aggression, Beijing has many options other than an invasion to “force, punish or contain Taiwan.”

“One of the important steps China can take is a gray zone quarantine led not by the military, but by the coast guard and other law enforcement agencies. Rather than isolating the island, the quarantine should demonstrate China’s ability to control Taiwan. China is not even necessary to completely surround the island to introduce quarantine, “said experts.

In a limited maritime quarantine scenario, Chinese forces could only target one or two major ports, which would be a big challenge for Taiwan, he said.

“Little attention has been paid to the possibility of such situations, but in the short term, a quarantine is more likely than an invasion or military blockade,” the material said.

Analysts also stress that it will also create greater uncertainty about how Taiwan and the international community can effectively respond.

Recall that China threatened to “crush” Taiwan’s independence. According to the Chinese minister, the Chinese army will act “resolutely” to prevent the independence of the island.

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