The historic conflict between China and Taiwan prominently emerged during the 62nd Munich Security Conference in Germany, where direct Chinese threats to the United States regarding military intervention were made. These tensions coincide with military maneuvers around Taiwan, sparking renewed discussions about the future of the Sino-Taiwan relationship. The conference served as a platform for dialogue about international security dynamics surrounding this critical issue.

The complex relationship between China and Taiwan has deep roots that date back hundreds of years. Taiwan was part of Chinese territory until it was ceded to Japan in 1895 and returned to Chinese rule post-World War II in 1945. For China, Taiwan is considered a vital geopolitical territory in East Asia, essential to its national sovereignty and integrity, which it insists must be incorporated based on the