China’s Active Diplomacy at APEC Summit
Leaders at last week’s APEC summit in Beijing also concluded a range of agreements and understandings, including the US-China emissions targets, a declaration towards an Asia Pacific FTA, and more.
China-Korea FTA Sends Shockwaves Through Taiwan
On Monday, China and South Korea agreed to an FTA between the two East Asian economies. The news of the deal sent shockwaves throughout Taiwan, which has looked to South Korea with a mix of envy and anxiety.
The Debrief, 11/11/14
In addition to reviewing US midterm elections’ impact on US-Taiwan relations and the Taipei mayor debates, we tell you about the annual autumn labor protest in Taiwan.
Taipei Mayor Candidates Debate
On Friday November 7th, the top two candidates for Taipei mayor went on TV for their first televised debate. How do they compare to each other, and how does the debate compare with the legendary Taipei mayor debate from 20 years ago?
How Will US Midterm Elections Affect US-Taiwan Relations
The Republicans claimed a decisive victory during last Tuesday’s United States midterm elections, but the effects on US-Taiwan relations, including bilateral trade relations and the Trans-Pacific Partnership, remains to be seen.
The Debrief, 11/5/14
This week we review our curated stories of Taiwan’s economic controversies in the legislature, student activists visit Europe, and ongoing turmoil in one of Taiwan’s African allies, Burkina Faso.