History fades easily if its stories aren’t kept alive. But how do we truly grasp and connect with history— be it personal, local, national, or global?

Trade will be a major issue between the United States and its largest trading partners, many of which have large trade deficits with the United States, including Taiwan.

While the so-called “Taiwan Miracle” created a wealthy class of elite engineers, “Taiwanese culture” has struggled to establish a distinct and compelling presence in the fiercely competitive global market—one that fully expresses the island’s unique beauty and sorrow.

Here, “battle” extends far beyond war, encompassing the everyday struggles for survival.

South Korea’s experience highlights the need of preserving Taiwan’s unique institutional strengths while addressing vulnerabilities through targeted reforms.