First Country In Asia: Marriage Equality and Brand Taiwan
The legalization of same-sex marriage in Taiwan was more than just a win for LGBT advocates, pushing Taiwan into visibility in international discussions.
Taiwan’s Democracy and Solidarity With Nicaragua’s Civil Society
Despite contradicting democratic principles, Taiwan continues to offer financial support to Nicaragua, who is considered one of its crucial diplomatic partners.
Nationalism, Tradition, and Change in Taiwan and China: The May Fourth Movement
A look back at the 1919 May Fourth Movement, and what it means for modern China and Taiwan.
What’s Next for LGBTQ Rights in Taiwan?
After Taiwan’s momentous win this week, there is still a long road ahead to fighting close-minded attitudes toward LGBTQ+.
Momentous but Bittersweet: Same-Sex Marriage in Taiwan
Taiwan formally legalizes same-sex marriage, but the fight is far from over as the next presidential and national elections are right around the corner.
The DPP’s Disunity Will Kill Them
Internal dissent over marriage equality has plagued the DPP, and a court-ordered deadline looms in the shadow of a divisive presidential primary.
The DPP’s Disaster: The Mishandling of Marriage Equality
Friends lost, enemies mobilized, every chance squandered and potential disaster looming. The Tsai administration has many fine accomplishments. This isn’t one of them.
How Democracies Die: The Case of Taiwan
What happens when political outsiders rise to political prominence? One only has to look back in history to find the answer. Whether Taiwan goes down the same path is a matter that should concern all of us.
Indigenous Communities in Taiwan Call for Young People’s Return
As young people move out of the villages into the city for higher education and job opportunities, indigenous tribes struggle to pass on their culture to later generations.
Dear Netflix: Street Food Taiwan Is A Missed Opportunity
An open letter to Netflix Street Food: As much as we love seeing Taiwan in Western media, we think you could’ve done better.
Notre Dame and the Spontaneous Combustion of Taiwan’s Historic Buildings
In the wake of the Notre Dame fire, it seems Taiwan cannot express the same type of reverence for the burning of their own historical and cultural sites.
Rise of Populists in Taiwan: “End Of Taiwan As We Know It”?
As Taiwan is preparing for the 2020 elections, a rise in populist candidates has revealed many anxieties toward the future of Taiwan and its democracy.