How Taiwan’s Search for Identity Propelled its LGBTQ Movement
The formation of a Taiwanese identity is creating space for marriage equality and progressive causes outside conservative aspects of East Asian tradition.
Talent, Education, Makeover: Taiwan Uniquely
This week on Taiwan Uniquely: Taiwan attracts foreign talent, Fujian attracts Taiwan academics, a makeover for a market. Plus, a love note to a community.
Taiwan Artist Gives Voice to Language Preservation
In her performance piece “Scribe” artist Jesha Prekop hopes to raise awareness of preserving and teaching Taiwanese and other indigenous languages today.
Giant Bear and a Sustainability Themed Parade: National Day in Taiwan
Instead of tanks and soldiers during the martial law era of the Republic of China rule, the parade this year highlighted key priorities for Taiwan today.
Marriage Equality, English, Chef: Taiwan Uniquely
This week on Taiwan Uniquely: President award to LGBTQ activist, English as official language, Taiwanese chef Andre Chiang to close flagship in Singapore.
Why the Conversation About Taiwan’s National Symbols Matters
When I hear people say “the ROC is just a name,” or “let’s not fight over nomenclature and symbols,” I say the opposite. Let’s really talk about them.
Taipei Art Show Sheds Light on LGBTQ Issues: SpectroSynthesis
Asia’s first LGBTQ art exhibition at a major museum is on at the Museum of Contemporary Art Taipei: “Spectrosynthesis – Asian LGBTQ Issues and Art Now.”
Will Marriage Equality Become a Reality in Taiwan in 2017?
With several LGBTQ related events scheduled in the next few weeks, the marriage equality movement will likely regain momentum after a four month hiatus.
How China’s Soft Power Is Building A Neo-Colonial System In Africa
China’s actions in Africa certainly passes for neo-colonialism: the appearance of national sovereignty is preserved, but vast economic control allows China to wield undue political influence.
Double Ten, Invasion, Airline: Taiwan Uniquely
This week on Taiwan Uniquely: Double Ten logo designs, new book on China’s invasion, and a new airline in Taiwan. Plus, a love note to Bopiliao in Bang-ka.
Different Perception of Self Determination in Catalonia and Taiwan
Taiwan has the right to recognition of its sovereignty as well as support for a referendum to decide its own future, no less than the Catalonians do.
Farewell to a Past: Urban Renewal and Taipei’s Shaoxing Community
We visit the Shaoxing Community, one of the last settlements in Taipei, days before it is demolished to make way for NTU’s new hospital and facilities.