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A look at U.S. military readiness amid China-Taiwan tensions

U.S. military accelerates in Pacific in attempt to prevent a Chinese invasion of Taiwan

12/20/2022

PBS News Hour

A look at U.S. military readiness amid China-Taiwan tensions

Clip: 12/20/2022 | 9m 8sVideo has Closed Captions

U.S. military accelerates in Pacific in attempt to prevent a Chinese invasion of Taiwan

The Biden administration calls China the most consequential strategic competitor for the United States now and for decades to come. One major source of tension is Taiwan, which is supported by the U.S. but considered a breakaway province by China. Nick Schifrin traveled to the American military command in the Pacific tasked with preparing for any future conflict with China.

12/20/2022

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