US intel softens on China threat, says no Taiwan invasion planned by 2027 despite military buildup

Despite years of warnings that China could move on Taiwan within the decade, the U.S. intelligence community now assesses that Beijing is not planning an invasion of Taiwan by 2027 and has no fixed timeline for doing so. Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard told Congress that while China is building a force capable of seizing Taiwan, it likely prefers to set conditions for peaceful reunification. This finding marks a shift from the 'Davidson Window,' a 2021 warning that a threat would manifest by 2027. However, experts warn that while intentions may change quickly, China's military capabilities and material investments continue to expand.