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This report discusses the current situation as well as the future prospects for the Taiwan Strait. The 2011 Asia Pacific Security Forum, “The Asia-Pacific in the Post-Crisis Era: Geopolitical and Economic Challenges to Regional Stability”, was held in Taipei, Taiwan, on August 26-27, 2011. Seventeen young leaders from seven different countries attended two days of conferences. Young Leaders focused on defining the most critical aspects of cross-strait relations. They discussed the role of China, both in the region and as an international player. It was argued that China’s growing power and influence in the region cannot be neglected, as it is of paramount importance with regard to cross-strait relations.