by CommonWealth Magazine | Jan 27, 2020 | Politics and Society
The Hong Kong protests against the extradition bill had an impact on Taiwan’s presidential and legislative elections and raised the Hong Kong people’s expectations toward Taiwanese democracy, sparking many to travel to Taiwan in groups to observe the elections. At election rallies, flags and banners featuring slogans from the Hong Kong protest movement such as “Liberate Hong Kong, Revolution of our Time” could be seen displayed prominently amid the crowds.
by Global Taiwan Institute | Jan 23, 2020 | Politics and Society
It is in Taiwan’s interest for President Tsai to decide soon about top military officers and national security officials for US-Taiwan convergence in assessing and deterring the PLA’s threats.
by Global Taiwan Institute | Jan 21, 2020 | Politics and Society
Tsai Ing-wen’s re-election on January 11 will ensure a continued relationship with the United States on matters from democracy promotion to securing a free and open Indo-Pacific.
by Milo Hsieh | Jan 20, 2020 | Politics and Society
Young KMT members are calling for reforms, especially over its China policy, which has proved to be too pro-Beijing for Taiwanese voters. Will they succeed?
by Kevin Hsu | Jan 17, 2020 | Politics and Society
Everything you ever wanted to know about Taiwan’s 2020 legislative races: how each party did, the “Taiwan Squad,” indigenous constituencies and more.
by Voicettank | Jan 16, 2020 | Politics and Society
The KMT thought it could simply find a charismatic savior to win back power in 2020; now the KMT can no longer avoid taking a hard look at its fundamentals.
