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Taiwan is trying to learn from the wars in Gaza and Ukraine

Could it repel a potential Chinese invasion?

Taiwanese soldiers on manoeuvres during a military drill
Battle ready?Photograph: Getty Images

EVERY WAR is a chance for other armies to learn. The fighting in Ukraine and Israel offers lessons aplenty. Among the most avid students is Taiwan, which fears it might be the next target of attack.

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This article appeared in the Asia section of the print edition under the headline “Amateur radio and ammo”

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