In an era defined by global digital connectivity, Taiwan stands as a crucial node in the international Internet infrastructure, supported by a comprehensive network of 15 undersea cables plus other satellite connections. This robust setup underpins Taiwan's digital connectivity with the world. However, this dependence on external, often fragile, infrastructure exposes Taiwan to various threats, including natural disasters, cyberattacks, and geopolitical conflicts.

Authors Charles Mok and Kenny Huang examine the current landscape of Taiwanʼs Internet infrastructure, outlining the challenges it faces in maintaining resilience in an ever-evolving digital environment.