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James X. Morris
James X. Morris is a Ph.D. candidate residing in Taipei. He is a freelance writer and anthropologist with a background in politics, government, and cross-Taiwan Strait trade. Follow him on Twitter: @jamesxmorris
February 08, 2020
Taiwan Delays Spring Semester, Tightens Travel Rules Over Coronavirus Worries
By James X. Morris
Taiwan has rapidly scaled up preventative measures designed to contain a potential outbreak.
October 01, 2019
Marching Against Totalitarianism in Taiwan, With Hong Kong in Mind
By James X. Morris
On Sunday, tens of thousands of protesters in Taipei took to the streets, many in solidarity with Hong Kong.
September 19, 2019
In Taiwan, Hong Kongers Call for Attention
By James X. Morris
Hong Kongers in Taipei lead a call for Taiwanese to pay attention and be wary.
June 14, 2019
Labor Exploitation, Illegal Fishing Continue to Plague Asian Seas
By James X. Morris
A new EJF report finds widespread violations in the global seafood industry, including in Taiwan, Vietnam, and elsewhere in Asia.
June 12, 2019
Hong Kong Protests: The View From Taiwan
By James X. Morris
Hong Kong’s massive protests could be a bellwether for Taiwan’s 2020 presidential election.
May 01, 2019
Taiwan's Topsy-Turvy Cross-Strait Politics
By James X. Morris
Taiwan’s 2020 presidential candidates hint at a massive gravity shift toward China in both the KMT and DPP.
April 26, 2019
A Visual Dialogue of the 2014 Sunflower Movement, 5 Years Later
By James X. Morris
An exhibit in Taipei relives the energy and optimism of the Sunflower protests through photography.
February 27, 2019
The 228 Incident Still Haunts Taiwan
By James X. Morris
From memorials to vandalism, Taiwan continues to remember its history -- and debate its future.
November 27, 2018
KMT Shocks With Its Success in Taiwan Elections
By James X. Morris
The DPP must turn to self-reflection after heavy losses in local polls.
November 21, 2018
The Mood Ahead of Taiwan’s Midterm Elections
By James X. Morris
In what should be a referendum year, both parties appear to be adjusting their messages for the 2020 presidential elections.
October 29, 2018
The Great Debate: Chiang Kai-shek's Role in 21st Century Taiwan
By James X. Morris
As transitional justice moves forward in Taiwan, references to its authoritarian past are being removed or vandalized.
October 25, 2018
Is This the Start of an Illegal Fishing Crackdown in Taiwan?
By James X. Morris
Taiwan authorities halt Fuh Sheng No. 11 for labor violations. Are Taiwan’s fishing practices finally changing?
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