One area of particular concern is the almost daily incursions by Chinese warplanes into Taiwan’s air defense identification zone (ADIZ). The unprecedented size and volume of Beijing’s incursions have raised concern in Washington over a pending invasion of Taiwan. Even with a fully modernized and capable army, the topography of Taiwan makes it extremely challenging for the amphibious invasion necessary to succeed, especially when Taiwan has had decades to prepare its defensive posture. Starting a potentially protracted war over Taiwan ahead of the Winter Olympics would be ill-considered. No, the invasion of Taiwan is not imminent.

Source: Taipei Times April 22, 2021 16:04 UTC