What’s behind China-Taiwan tensions?

China and Taiwan have been locked in a long-standing conflict over the issue of sovereignty.

China considers Taiwan to be a part of its territory and has threatened to use force if necessary to bring it under its control.

Taiwan, on the other hand, sees itself as a separate and independent entity and has resisted China’s efforts to exert its influence over the island.

The tensions between the two sides have been exacerbated by political, economic, and military factors.

One major factor driving the tensions is the historical legacy of the Chinese Civil War, which resulted in the split between the Communist Party-led mainland China and the Nationalist Party-led Taiwan in 1949.

Another factor is Taiwan’s close relationship with the United States, which has long been a source of tension with China.

Economic competition between the two sides, as well as Taiwan’s growing international presence, have also contributed to the tensions.

The rapid modernization of the Chinese military and its increasing assertiveness in the region have raised concerns in Taiwan and further heightened tensions.

The future of the China-Taiwan relationship remains uncertain, but it is clear that the longstanding tensions between the two sides will continue to be a source of instability in the region.