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Singapore's military presence in Taiwan, comprising about 3,000 troops under Project Starlight, faces challenges amid escalating tensions with China, particularly following Taiwanese President Lai Ching-te's anti-China rhetoric. As Chinese military incursions rise, Singapore must carefully navigate these dynamics to protect its interests and personnel, while also addressing the implications of Taiwan's independence movement. Ongoing negotiations between Singapore and Taiwan are deemed essential for regional stability and the safeguarding of maritime trade.