Taiwan Might Be Safe…For Now.
Simon Whistler · June 23, 2026 · 25 min video · China & Indo-Pacific
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Right now, the nation of China is saving the world, and hardly anybody's giving
Them credit.
And we'd imagine that if you, dear viewer, are at least somewhat aware of your
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