Taiwan Invasion Would Be Prohibitively Costly for China

Taiwan Invasion Would Be Prohibitively Costly for China
Reservists join the pre-combat training during the 41st annual Han Kuang military exercise in Miaoli, Taiwan, on July 9, 2025. Annabelle Chih/Getty Images
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With Chinese leader Xi Jinping directing the Chinese military to be ready to invade Taiwan by 2027, a potential invasion of Taiwan is on the minds of many world leaders.

Mike Fredenburg
Mike Fredenburg
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Mike Fredenburg writes on military technology and defense matters with an emphasis on defense reform. He holds a bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering and master's degree in production operations management.