A deep dive into the Taiwan Strait, one of the major frontlines of the battle between western hegemony and eastern counter-hegemony, between dying unipolarity and rising multipolarity, discussing all matters related to cross-strait affairs between Taiwan and the Chinese mainland, past and present, and connecting them with global politics.
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A deep dive into the Taiwan Strait, one of the major frontlines of the battle between western hegemony and eastern counter-hegemony, between dying unipolarity and rising multipolarity, discussing all matters related to cross-strait affairs between Taiwan and the Chinese mainland, past and present, and connecting them with global politics.
Ep 12: Atoms for "Peace" - Taiwan's Secret Nuclear Weapons Program
Strait Talk with Xiangyu
1 hour 21 minutes 46 seconds
11 months ago
Ep 12: Atoms for "Peace" - Taiwan's Secret Nuclear Weapons Program
In this episode of STXY, we talk about one of Taiwan's most secretive and controversial chapters—the rise and fall of its nuclear weapons program. From covert uranium enrichment deals with South Africa to advanced warhead designs tested at hidden sites, we trace the decades-long journey of the KMT's nuclear ambitions. Discover how researchers achieved breakthroughs, like plutonium production, and the lengths Taipei went to mask its intentions under civilian cover stories. This episode unpacks the intricate web of espionage, technology, and geopolitics that defined Taiwan’s brush with nuclear weapons—and what it reveals about the delicate balance between security and global alliances. Tune in for a riveting exploration of this high-stakes chapter in history.
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Strait Talk with Xiangyu
A deep dive into the Taiwan Strait, one of the major frontlines of the battle between western hegemony and eastern counter-hegemony, between dying unipolarity and rising multipolarity, discussing all matters related to cross-strait affairs between Taiwan and the Chinese mainland, past and present, and connecting them with global politics.
