An Assessment of the PRC Fifth Column Network within Taiwan
With increased vigilance in Taiwan’s government, China is likely to shift pro-Beijing fifth column network development toward Taiwan’s non-national security sectors, coupled with gray zone and united front operations, to intensify its political and cognitive warfare against Taiwan.
Book Review: The Sun Falls On Hainsaran – Taiwan’s nature and life under Japanese colonial rule
The Sun Falls On Hainsaran takes the reader on a journey, through Chu’s graceful prose, of the nature and life of Taiwan under Japanese colonial rule.
Taiwan’s Dilemma of Procedural Justice
Now facing the expanding authoritarianism ideology in Taiwan’s parliament, the challenge lies in how to once again elevate Taiwan’s democracy through openness and transparency.
The Future of Taiwan-Vietnam Economic Relations
Despite Chinese pressure, Taiwan and Vietnam have built a strong, increasingly dynamic economic partnership, which is likely to continue to grow in the coming years.
Review: This is Not an Embassy
For those living in Taiwan, this is an intimate and authentic drama. For those still unfamiliar with Taiwan, this play offers an opportunity to understand that Taiwan is not just the frontline of the new Cold War or “the most dangerous place on Earth.”
Sino-Vatican Relations: The Bishop Appointment Process
On May 20, 2024, Lai Ching-te and Hsiao Bi-khim were inaugurated as the President and Vice President of the Republic of China (Taiwan). They welcomed the Holy See's special envoy, Archbishop Charles John Brown, who is also the Apostolic Nuncio to the Philippines, at...
Understanding Lai Ching-te’s Stance on Sovereignty and China
To understand Lai Ching-te’s inaugural speech, one must understands the evolution of “Taiwan Independence” and Lai’s thoughts on the matter.
A Tale of Two Taiwans: Discourse Gaps on Taiwan Affairs between DC and Taipei – Part III
While this investigation merely scratches the surface at best on the manifestations and drivers of the “two Taiwans” discourse drift in Taiwan affairs between Washington and Taipei, this author hopes that this series offers some ways to encourage more conversations on how to recognize and address these gaps.
Fast, Cheap, and Risky: Chinese E-Commerce in Taiwan
The Taiwanese government should consider the actions taken by the EU and the United States and approach the challenges posed by Chinese e-commerce platforms with caution.
Civil Action in Taiwan: From the Sunflowers to the Bluebirds
From the “Bluebirds Action” against parliamentary power grab last month, an observation comparing with the Sunflower Movement ten years ago.
A Tale of Two Taiwans: Discourse Gaps on Taiwan Affairs between DC and Taipei – Part II
While Taiwan is compartmentalized in very specific discussions in the U.S. government, the U.S. is a comprehensive intersectional subject across Taiwan government agencies.
Taiwan’s Parliamentary Coup
French scholar Stéphane Corcuff observes Taiwan’s controversial bills to expand the power of the KMT-led parliament as a coup against the new president.