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flag Australian experts urge stronger ties with Taiwan for security and tech cooperation, warning China could retaliate.

flag Australian experts are urging the government to deepen defence and economic ties with Taiwan, citing its strategic importance as a democratic semiconductor leader and key to a rules-based global order. flag They argue Australia’s current cautious approach, driven by concerns over China, has hindered investment and cooperation, particularly in technology. flag While most support establishing de facto defence attachés like Japan and the UK, former diplomat Peter Varghese warns such moves could severely damage relations with China without clear benefits. flag China maintains Taiwan is part of its territory and opposes any moves seen as supporting independence.

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