# China-Taiwan Tensions: Preparing for War (Reupload) | Full Episode | SBS Dateline

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In this two-part special Jennifer Wong reports on China's rise in power. This second part looks at China's increasing threats against Taiwan, and how the Taiwanese feel about their identity and future.

This episode first aired in 2021

Watch Part 1 about China-Australia tensions here https://youtu.be/VWeeV23kyKw

00:00 Introduction 01:00 Politician Enoch Wu on Taiwan's preparedness for China's potential military attack 02:55 How serious is the threat from China and how can the Taiwanese prepare? 05:03 Why China increases military pressure against Taiwan 06:43 The Taiwan government says it wants peace 09:02 China's grey zone tactics: disinformation, cyber-attacks and economic coercion 10:11 Frontline Matsu Islands live under the threat of China's invasion 11:58 How Chinese ships illegally dredge sand in Taiwan's waters 16:50 A brief history of Taiwan 18:22 What’s stopping other countries from recognising Taiwan? 19:18 Is it the Republic of China or just Taiwan? The Taiwanese are divided 27:33 The status quo

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