Editorial: Liberation

• There is fear of a Chinese offensive in Taiwan, alarming the international community.
• The presidential and legislative elections in Taiwan, on January 13, will be crucial for its future.
• The current president, Tsai Ing-wen, known for her resistance to Beijing, is not running for reelection.
• The two main candidates have opposing visions, between autonomy and alignment with Beijing.
• The results of the legislative elections could contradict those of the presidential elections, possibly weakening Taiwan.
• There are concerns about a possible Chinese attack at a vulnerable time for Taiwan.
• Current geopolitical tensions and elections in the US could hinder an American intervention.
• The situation in Taiwan is important, not only at a regional level, but also for the whole world.
• According to Bloomberg Economics, a war between China and Taiwan could cost the world more than 10 trillion dollars in the first year, equivalent to 10.2% of the global GDP.

Conclusion: The imminent election in Taiwan is critical and its outcome can carry deeply serious global consequences, from political and economic perspectives.

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