Commentary
Taiwan’s new drama series, “Zero Day,” set to air next year, fictionally portrays a potential Chinese invasion, highlighting the island’s unpreparedness while also showcasing the courage and heroism of Taiwanese defenders.
Thinking About China
Opinion
‘Zero Day’ TV Show: Taiwan’s Fictional Portrayal of a Chinese Invasion Hits Home
A new Taiwanese TV series underscores Taiwan’s unpreparedness for war.
Anti-tank fortifications from previous conflicts line the beach in front of the Chinese city of Xiamen in Kinmen, Taiwan, on April 9, 2023. Chris McGrath/Getty Images
Antonio Graceffo
Author
Antonio Graceffo, Ph.D., is a China economy analyst who has spent more than 20 years in Asia. Graceffo is a graduate of the Shanghai University of Sport, holds an MBA from Shanghai Jiaotong University, and studied national security at American Military University.
