The Real Essence of 2014 Taiwan Elections
The Taipei mayor’s race is highly idiosyncratic, and about the last place to look for insight into fundamental shift in Taiwan politics and elections. Instead, look for these three things on election night.
The Debrief, 11/25/14
A tribe in Tanzania facing eviction due to a development project disguised as a conversation initiative; Iran’s sanctions and nuclear program negotiations and why China’s lowering its interest rates is a cause for concern.
Negotiators Failed to Agree to Iranian Nuclear Deal by Deadline
On Monday, negotiators extend negotiations on Iran’s nuclear program. Monday was the deadline previously set by negotiators to reach an agreement for Iran to curb its nuclear program in exchange for easing of sanctions.
China Lowers Rates, Signals Jitters in the Economy
On Friday, China’s central bank announced cuts in key interest rates for the first time in two years. Pundits point to the move as a sign that China’s leaders have finally acknowledged an economy in trouble.
Startups in Taiwan (KP29)
We ask Mike Lee, the founding chairman of Entrepeneur+, a non-profit helping startups, about the state of entrepreneurship in Taiwan today, and how they see the current economic debates going on there.
The Debrief, 11/18/14
We review this week’s news from the Asian Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Summit in Beijing, including the China-Korea FTA, US-China climate deal, and steps towards a FTA of the Asia Pacific. Also, the new metro line opening in Taipei.
China’s Active Diplomacy at APEC Summit
Leaders at last week’s APEC summit in Beijing also concluded a range of agreements and understandings, including the US-China emissions targets, a declaration towards an Asia Pacific FTA, and more.
China-Korea FTA Sends Shockwaves Through Taiwan
On Monday, China and South Korea agreed to an FTA between the two East Asian economies. The news of the deal sent shockwaves throughout Taiwan, which has looked to South Korea with a mix of envy and anxiety.
The Debrief, 11/11/14
In addition to reviewing US midterm elections’ impact on US-Taiwan relations and the Taipei mayor debates, we tell you about the annual autumn labor protest in Taiwan.
Taipei Mayor Candidates Debate
On Friday November 7th, the top two candidates for Taipei mayor went on TV for their first televised debate. How do they compare to each other, and how does the debate compare with the legendary Taipei mayor debate from 20 years ago?
How Will US Midterm Elections Affect US-Taiwan Relations
The Republicans claimed a decisive victory during last Tuesday’s United States midterm elections, but the effects on US-Taiwan relations, including bilateral trade relations and the Trans-Pacific Partnership, remains to be seen.
Wei Yang, Wu Cheng in Europe / 魏揚，吳崢歐洲訪問 (KPS)
We speak with Wei Yang and Wu Cheng from Taiwan’s Sunflower Movement about economic policies, how Europe can help with Taiwan, and their own personal plans for the future.