From the Steppes of Ukraine to the Shores of Formosa: Lessons Learned from Contemporary War for Taiwan

What lessons can Taiwan learn from the Russian war in Ukraine? A new HCSS study by Davis Ellison, Benedetta Girardi and Tim Sweijs analyses Ukraine’s resistance against Russia, offering key insights for Taiwan’s defence strategy. The report highlights the importance of asymmetric denial tactics, sustained resilience, and strategic deterrence to counter a potential Chinese invasion. Key recommendations include strengthening air and missile defence, enhancing naval strike capabilities, and improving intelligence networks. By learning from Ukraine, Taiwan can bolster its defences and deter aggression.

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Lessons Learned from the War in Ukraine Applicable to Taiwan: The Land Domain

The war in Ukraine illustrates the use of various old and new techniques in warfighting, employing both Western cutting-edge and Soviet-era equipment. Different innovations and adaptations have been witnessed across domains. Although each war is unique, we can distil lessons about the ongoing trends in warfighting and the employment of new and old equipment. This guest paper by Dr Viktoriya Fedorchak explores the lessons that can be learned from the land domain, focusing on the relevance for the potential Taiwan–China conflict.

Lessons for Taiwan from the Russo-Ukrainian War

Taiwan has faced threats from China for decades, but the risk of invasion has grown significantly since Xi Jinping’s rise to power. Russia’s 2022 invasion of Ukraine has reshaped global geopolitics, offering valuable lessons for Taiwan’s national security. These lessons, however, must be adapted to Taiwan’s unique conditions, writes guest author Dr. Jyh-Shyang Sheu, Institute for National Defence and Security Research, in this HCSS paper.