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If China launches a full-scale invasion of Taiwan before 2035, will they successfully control Taiwan within three years?

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Authors:

Matthew_Barnett

Opened:

Jun 19, 2022

Closes:

Jan 1, 2035

Scheduled resolution:

Jan 1, 2035

Spot Scoring Time:

Jun 20, 2022

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