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Loans, Minerals, Weapons, and Coups: China’s Destabilizing Role in Africa’s Coup Belt
While maintaining the facade of being an ally to Africa, China is exploiting coup-prone regions through lucrative activities such as coal mining and substantial oil extraction.

US Approves $600 Million Sale of Armed Drones to Taiwan
The US has agreed to sell four MQ-9 Reaper drones to Taiwan to boost its defenses amid increasing threats by China. The Trump administration has cleared arms packages worth $4.2 billion to the island in recent weeks.

US Adjusts Taiwan Policy, Declassifies Cables
The U.S. and Taiwan are starting a new bilateral economic dialogue after Taiwan announced last week its plans to remove restrictions on American pork and beef imports. Some experts see the dialogue as a move toward a free trade agreement between the U.S. and Taiwan.

The 'Realist' Case for the US to Keep Supporting Taiwan
Some US commentators have called for the US to be 'realistic' and compromise with China on Taiwan. But supporting Taiwan is the truly realistic option.

Taiwan News: US Mulls US$330m Arms Sale, Super Typhoon Veers North
Your daily bulletin of Taiwan news, courtesy of ICRT.

Taiwan News: Tsai Affirms Defense Responsibilities, Foreign Minister Urges US Support
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ANALYSIS: Chinese Arms Sales Are Not a Diplomatic Weapon
China has not increased its arms exports to Belt and Road partners, nor has it penetrated markets traditionally reliant on Western suppliers.

Bolton Appointment as NSA Sees US Call Time on China’s Free Ride
The trilateral relationship between the U.S., China and Taiwan is entering a new phase.