Xi Jinping is not interested in a bold, from-the-blue invasion of Taiwan but is gradually and dramatically ramping up tensions in hopes that cumulative pressure, deep Chinese engagement in Taiwan, and US unpredictability will cause Taiwan to reconsider its future.

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Kurt Campbell

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they are going to gradually and in some cases dramatically ramp up certain kinds of tensions on Taiwan

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Why America Shouldn’t Underestimate Chinese Power | Foreign Affairs InterviewForeign Affairs
Created: 8/11/2026, 7:59:31 AM

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