Reclaiming Narratives of Protest Against Contentious Parliament Reforms
The battlefield now lies in setting the agenda. We need fresh narratives to exemplify Taiwan’s democracy, to elucidate the essence of democracy itself.
A Tale of Two Taiwans: Discourse Gaps on Taiwan Affairs between DC and Taipei – Part I
Taiwan is often framed in contradictory terms – from being simultaneously the most dangerous place on earth to its most friendly and hospitable, from being a critical hub for technological innovation to being a global supply chain risk, or from being a reliable democratic global leader to being a political flashpoint whose domestic expression of democracy complicates relations between world powers.
100,000 Told KMT to Give Taiwan Back to the People
More than 100,000 protesters showed up outside Taiwan’s Legislative Yuan to block KMT’s unchecked expansion of their powers.
China’s Influence on India-Taiwan Economic Dynamics
In recent years, India and Taiwan have made significant strides in expanding their unofficial relationship, particularly in the economic realm. However, both sides will need to be proactive and tactful in order to further solidify their partnership going forward.
Lai Ching-te: Continuing Down Tsai’s Path
Taiwan’s new president Lai Ching-te’s inaugural speech is not a deviation from his predecessor’s path, but a logical continuation on it.
Book Review: Four Hundred Years of Taiwan’s Economy
Four Hundred Years of Taiwan’s Economy” explores Taiwan’s “economic development” over the past four centuries from the perspective of institutional factors.
Prospects for Taiwan-Japan Relations after the 2024 Election
Though Chinese pressure and internal political dynamics have long hindered the development of Japan-Taiwan relations, the two nations have nevertheless been able to build a promising foundation.
United Front on University Campus (Part 3): No Winnie the Pooh Socks
The debate over whether visits to China are truly an “exchange” or “United Front activities” may remain unsolvable, but regardless of political stance or ideology, the consensus among all participants seems to be the high-level hospitality provided by Chinese United Front groups.
United Front on University Campuses (Part 2): Student Trips to “The Motherland”
More Taiwanese students are going on “exchange” trips to visit China for fun, but are subjected to political messages throughout the trip.
Taiwan After 2024 Election: Implications for the Philippines
The Philippines and Taiwan have expanded their informal relations, but Chinese pressure will necessitate coordination between Manila and Taipei.
Taide: Taiwan’s Own AI Project Highlights Geopolitical Implications
Taide, Taiwan’s own LLM AI model, signals Taiwan’s commitment to digital democracy and is critical to the country’s geopolitical positioning.
United Front on University Campuses (Part 1): China’s Infiltration into Taiwan Campuses
China offers student exchange programs as a part of its United Front to influence Taiwanese society at all levels. These budget-friendly travel packages are hard to resist.