As Taiwan steels its defenses against China, some are hatching escape plans

As Taiwan steels its defenses against China, some are hatching escape plans

Taipei, Taiwan —  In the face of growing Chinese military aggression, Taiwan has increased defense spending, extended mandatory conscription and revamped its combat exercises, signaling its determination to fight off a potential invasion. Some of its people, like 51-year-old Nelson Yeh, have been making different plans. Three years ago, Yeh decided to open a bank account in Singapore and move one-fifth of his wealth overseas. Then he applied for…