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A potential invasion of Taiwan epitomizes the high-stakes gamble that China is increasingly willing to undertake. Such an offensive would not only be a military catastrophe—likely resulting in significant casualties and international condemnation—but also an economic suicide mission. Taiwan is a crucial hub of global supply chains, particularly in semiconductor manufacturing; disrupting this would ripple through the world economy.
Moreover, the financial strain associated with a military campaign of this scale could precipitate economic collapse within China. The immense costs of waging war could deplete national reserves, increase debt to unsustainable levels, and trigger social unrest—all while failing to secure the desired territorial gains.