Shen Ming-shih
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.
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Shen Ming-shih said the defense strategy needs to align with the White House’s National Security Strategy.
Joseph Wu vows defense investment
Taiwan· 2026-01-24
Shen Ming-shih said that Taiwan’s refusal to arm itself while other nations in the first island chain are bolstering their defenses goes against the US’ strategic vision.
Beijing favoring invasion, Pentagon report saysTaiwan· 2025-12-25
Institute for National Defense and Security Research researcher Shen Ming-shih said that military personnel should be subject to regulations.
Military disloyalty not free speech: DPPTaiwan· 2025-11-30
Shen Ming-shih highlighted uncertainties about Beijing’s ability to meet the PLA’s force modernization timetable.
Experts clarify the significance of 2027 for ChinaTaiwan· 2025-11-29
Shen Ming-shih commented on the weak counterintelligence awareness revealed by the bribery case.
Ex-soldier indicted for alleged data leakTaiwan· 2025-10-12
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.
Chinese landing ships vulnerable, military expert saysTaiwan· 2025-09-05INDSR researcher Shen Ming-shih expressed skepticism over the YJ-family of missiles, saying that they bore an uncanny resemblance to similar Russian weapons.
Chinese show of force falls flat, experts sayTaiwan· 2025-09-03
Shen Ming-shih stated that while Xi Jinping has strategic intentions for Taiwan, China's military strength does not match America's.
How Taiwan is preparing for a China attack with acting, fake blood and fake missile attacks
United Kingdom· 2025-08-26
Researcher Shen Ming-shih commented that Xi's promises of peace regarding Taiwan are meaningless.
Xi pledged no invasion during my term: TrumpTaiwan· 2025-08-17
Shen Ming-shih is a Taiwanese defense expert who commented on the Chinese military exercises.
Exercises might be cover for strifeTaiwan· 2025-05-31
Shen Ming-shih said he made the assessment in response to Japanese researchers’ comments following recent Chinese military drills.
EDITORIAL: Taiwan’s alignment with Japan, USTaiwan· 2025-05-03
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.
Taiwan would benefit from integrated theater: expertTaiwan· 2025-04-27
Dr Shen Ming-Shih, a research fellow at the Taiwan government-linked thinktank the Institute for National Defense and Security Research, said some recruited spies were lured by financial and sexual incentives.
Taiwan jails four soldiers, including three who worked in presidential office, for spying for China | TaiwanUnited Kingdom· 2025-03-27
Institute for National Defense and Security Research fellow Shen Ming-shih said the government should strengthen its use of intelligence-gathering assets.
China ship used Taiwan ports for monthsTaiwan· 2025-03-01