Hint: it’s not what either Taiwan or China think it means.

The historic 2015 meeting between Xi Jinping and Ma Ying-jeou made a third alternative, beyond unification or separation, more likely.

Tsai Ing-wen promises to stay the course on cross-strait relations, while pursuing “values-based diplomacy” abroad.

In Taipei Mayor Ko Wen-je, China might have found a useful wedge to influence Taiwan's domestic politics.

A look at how the Taiwanese public evaluates the Trump administration's commitment to Taiwan.

A new report says eSwatini is trying to establish diplomatic ties with China.

As Taiwan pushes to distance itself from China, Kinmen Island wants to build a bridge to Xiamen and “become a peninsula.”

A complex set of interactions are fueling tensions.

And why a new Monroe Doctrine won’t help Taiwan in its battle for diplomatic survival.

China is now attempting to force foreign companies to accept its own ideology.

Cutting ties with Taiwan, the Republic of El Salvador established diplomatic relations with China.

Soon after Tsai completed her hig-profile stopover in the U.S., the chain was accused of “supporting Taiwan’s independence.”

This goes beyond dislike for the DPP – it’s a long-term strategy from Beijing.

How well would Taiwan be able to defend itself against a Chinese attack?

On the cancellation of the East Asian Youth Games and cross-strait relations.

As Washington dials up pressure on Beijing, it should not view Taiwan simply as a lever in its diplomatic toolkit.