China's Taiwan Takeover: Venezuela-Style Operation Unlikely, Experts Say

• Chinese online users suggest a Venezuela-style seizure of Taiwan's leadership, but analysts deem it unfeasible.
• Taiwan has extensively prepared against 'decapitation operations' with advanced air defenses and early-warning systems.
• Doubts persist about the PLA's ability to effectively integrate advanced weapons and command structures in combat.
• The US operation to extract Venezuelan President Maduro highlighted a significant capability gap compared to the PLA.
• Taiwan remains on high alert, strengthening defenses like the 'T-Dome' system and conducting drills to protect key infrastructure.

Why It Matters: Experts believe a Venezuela-style operation against Taiwan is highly improbable due to Taiwan's defenses and PLA's limitations.