TPP Fast Track Ignites Opposition From Liberals
The Sunflower Movement’s major criticism of the trade deal with China runs parallel to Congressional Democrats’ major criticism of the TPP, namely, the lack of legislative input and oversight.
Taiwan Gambles with US Allies on China’s AIIB
On top of questions over sovereignty and public involvement, Taiwan faces another set of questions that are more global in nature. Namely, how will Taiwan’s decision affect the economic plans of the US and China?
Which Way in Post-Lee Kuan Yew Singapore?
Two paths now appear before Singapore: the first one hopes that there will be many more leaders like Lee to sustain his contributions to Singapore; the second view calls for a transitional opportunity for the society. Signs seem to be pointing to the latter.
Young Music Festival Remembers 228 Incident
The 228 Incident is a massacre in 1947 during which brutal government crackdown left more than tens of thousands of deaths in Taiwan. Young people in Taiwan are commemorating it with a growing annual music festival.
End to Indonesian Caretakers Impacts Taiwan
Since Indonesia announced a ban on Indonesian migrant domestic workers, the plan faces skepticism within Indonesia, while Taiwan begin to look elsewhere to supplement its aging population and shrinking workforce.
Sunflower Movement Tops Human Rights Report
Amnesty International’s annual report 2014/15 points to freedom of assembly, the death penalty, and prison conditions as top problems in Taiwan, but shows progress in the past two decades.