What event in China shifted the cold War focus toward Asia.

Question

The invasion of China by Japan
The seizure of Taiwan by Chinese forces
The takeover of Beijing by the nationalists
The establishment of the people's republic by Mao Zedong.

Answer 1

The establishment of the People's Republic by Mao Zedong shifted the focus of the Cold War toward Asia. This event marked the victory of the Chinese Communist Party over the Nationalists and the beginning of communist rule in China. The United States and other Western powers became increasingly concerned about the spread of communism in Asia, leading to the Korean War and other conflicts in the region.