The crisis between China and Japan, over Taiwan and Tokyo’s statements, tests Trump. Beijing sees interference and military threats. China’s economic pressure on Japan. Taiwan supports Japan and the situation could be the most serious diplomatic confrontation in years.
Taiwan and Japan strengthen defense of their submarine cables against constant Chinese interference. Recent incidents, such as damage to the Taiwan-Penghu No. 3 cable, have generated tensions. Taiwan accuses Chinese ships of intentionally cutting their vital communication cables. Taiwan has implemented protection measures, such as the Submarine Cable Automatic Warning System. Japan has also elevated the importance of its submarine infrastructure, seeking autonomy and minimizing Chinese technologies.
