Shen Ming-shih

Shen Ming-shih

academic Taiwan

Shen Ming-shih is a fellow at the Institute for National Defense and Security Research in Taiwan, where he specializes in maritime security issues. He has been vocal about the threats posed by foreign activities in Taiwanese waters, particularly regarding incidents involving submarine cable sabotage. In light of recent events surrounding the freighter Hong Tai 58, Shen has emphasized the need for Taiwan to enhance its intelligence-gathering capabilities and maritime surveillance to effectively counter potential threats from Chinese vessels.

Global Media Ratings
Dominance
0.00%
Persistence
0 wks
Reach
59,172
Power
1,665$
Sentiment
5.50
Countries Mentioned
Country Mentions Sentiment Dominance + Persistence x Population = Reach x GDP (millions) = Power
Taiwan 2 5.50 0.25% +0% 23,816,775 59,172 $670,000 1,665$
Totals 2 23,816,775 59,172 $670,000 1,665$
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Recent Mentions

Taiwan Taiwan: Institute for National Defense and Security Research researcher Shen Ming-shih said that military personnel should be subject to regulations. 5

Taipei Times – major English newspaper in Taiwan, est. 1999: Military disloyalty not free speech: DPP

Taiwan Taiwan: Shen Ming-shih highlighted uncertainties about Beijing’s ability to meet the PLA’s force modernization timetable. 6

Taipei Times – major English newspaper in Taiwan, est. 1999: Experts clarify the significance of 2027 for China

Taiwan Taiwan: Shen Ming-shih commented on the weak counterintelligence awareness revealed by the bribery case. 5

Taipei Times – major English newspaper in Taiwan, est. 1999: Ex-soldier indicted for alleged data leak

Taiwan Taiwan: Shen Ming-shih, a research fellow at the Institute for National Defense and Security Research, said that the deployment of such vessels as part of the Chinese People’s Liberation Army (PLA) Navy’s East Sea Fleet signals a strong focus on Taiwan. 5

Taipei Times – major English newspaper in Taiwan, est. 1999: Chinese landing ships vulnerable, military expert says

Taiwan Taiwan: INDSR researcher Shen Ming-shih expressed skepticism over the YJ-family of missiles, saying that they bore an uncanny resemblance to similar Russian weapons. 5

Taipei Times – major English newspaper in Taiwan, est. 1999: Chinese show of force falls flat, experts say

United Kingdom United Kingdom: Shen Ming-shih stated that while Xi Jinping has strategic intentions for Taiwan, China's military strength does not match America's. 5

BBC: How Taiwan is preparing for a China attack with acting, fake blood and fake missile attacks

Taiwan Taiwan: Shen Ming-shih said he made the assessment in response to Japanese researchers’ comments following recent Chinese military drills. 6

Taipei Times – major English newspaper in Taiwan, est. 1999: EDITORIAL: Taiwan’s alignment with Japan, US

Taiwan Taiwan: Shen Ming-shih, a researcher at the Institute for National Defense and Security Research, said he made the assessment after two Japanese military experts warned of emerging threats from China. 7

Taipei Times – major English newspaper in Taiwan, est. 1999: Taiwan would benefit from integrated theater: expert