Chieh Chung
Chieh Chung is a researcher at the Association of Strategic Foresight, a think tank based in Taipei, where he focuses on issues related to Taiwan's security and cross-strait relations. He gained media attention following a recent incident involving a collision between a Taiwanese naval vessel and a Chinese trawler, where he provided insights on how China might use the situation to assert its claims over the Taiwan Strait.
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Chieh Chung warned that Trump’s comments mark a significant departure from long-standing US policy.
Trump-Xi weapons talk raises concern
Taiwan· 2026-02-18
Chieh Chung, an associate researcher at the Institute for National Defense and Security Research, commented on the PLA's training focus.
PLA flight data indicate shift in training: expertsTaiwan· 2026-02-09
Chieh Chung said that frequent purges dilute the experience of China’s top generals, impeding the modernization of its military.
Chinese purge might slow PLA, experts sayTaiwan· 2026-01-27
Chieh Chung, an analyst, commented on the implications of the Fujian aircraft carrier for Taiwan's defense strategy.
‘Fujian’ carrier to pose steep defense challengeTaiwan· 2025-09-12Military expert Chieh Chung expressed skepticism about the operational status of some of China's new weapons.
China's parade of new weaponry sends message of deterrence
Tanzania· 2025-09-03
Chieh Chung, a researcher at the Association of Strategic Foresight, commented on the drill simulating an attack by invading PLA forces.
‘Hot refueling,’ urban resilience drills take place on Han Kuang day 9Taiwan· 2025-07-17
Chieh Chung said from the sidelines of the event that the unprecedented use of live explosives reflected the exercise’s emphasis on realism.
Explosives used in Tamsui defense drillTaiwan· 2025-07-12
Chieh Chung, a researcher at the Association of Strategic Foresight, praised the reservist training and its effectiveness in transforming civilians into mission-ready soldiers.
Disaster relief prioritized on day 3 of military drillsTaiwan· 2025-07-11Chieh Chung, an associate research fellow at the National Policy Foundation in Taipei, in 2023 said that the drone would indirectly improve Taiwan’s capability to survey its surrounding waters.
US considering giving drones to navy: sourceTaiwan· 2025-04-24
Chieh Chung, a researcher at Taiwan’s Institute for National Defence and Security Research, discussed China's military testing.
China’s new barges would make invading Taiwan easier and more efficient
Australia· 2025-04-16
Chieh Chung commented that a senior US general serving as an adviser indicates upgraded military exchanges between Taiwan and the US.
US ex-general advised drill: reportTaiwan· 2025-04-14
Chieh Chung, a research fellow at the Association of Strategic Foresight, said the scenario aligns with PLA doctrine emphasizing neutralizing high-value targets with precision strikes.
Propaganda reveals infrastructure threat - Taipei TimesTaiwan· 2025-04-05
Chieh Chung, a research fellow, analyzed the implications of the drills in relation to Lai's remarks.
China’s drills aim to test US response: academicsTaiwan· 2025-04-02
Chieh Chung, a researcher at Taipei-based think tank the Association of Strategic Foresight, said that China could use the incident as a further pretext to cross the median line.
Taiwan dismisses China’s complaints about collisionTaiwan· 2025-03-28