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Taiwan Conflict Could Trigger Nuclear Crisis Between United States and China - Modern Diplomacy
Why it matters
A Taiwan conflict scenario involving nuclear escalation between US and China directly threatens the Alliance pillar (7) and Northern Arc regional stability (8), core to Australian strategic deterrence. The article's focus on nuclear crisis potential elevates scenario risk assessment and reinforces the strategic imperative for AUKUS deepening and autonomous Australian capability to hedge against US-China confrontation.
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