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Cross-Strait Relations

China Expands Its Spying Against Taiwan
By Aaron Jensen
Espionage operations now extend to students, rather than focusing only on retired officials.

Does Ma Ying-jeou Know Why He Is Unpopular in Taiwan?
By DD Wu
The former Taiwanese president rejects the idea that his close relations with China caused his party's defeat in 2016.

China Vs. Taiwan's Academic Freedom
By Pei-Yu Wei
Taiwanese universities come under pressure to sign a "one China" pledge.

China's 2017 Work Report: Changes on Hong Kong, Taiwan, and the Global Order
By Han Ze
Subtle changes in official rhetoric may have big ramifications in policymaking.

On Taiwan, the Honeymoon Is Over
By Michelle Winglee
Tsai Ing-wen's popularity is falling amid pressure from Beijing and economic uncertainty.

The Shanghai Communique: An American Foreign Policy Success, 45 Years Later
By Stephen Orlins
Today marks the 45th anniversary of the Shanghai Communique, which brought unprecedented peace and development to Asia.

Trump, Taiwan, and the ‘One China’ Policy
By Mercy A. Kuo
Insights from Jonathan Sullivan.

Taiwan's Cold War Fortresses
By Guy Plopsky
Fortifications on Matsu Island were meant to defend against a communist invasion.

China's Xi Finally Speaks to Trump, Who Affirms US 'One China' Policy: Major Takeaways
By Ankit Panda
Chinese President Xi Jinping and U.S. President Donald Trump finally speak.

Is Trouble Brewing in the Taiwan Strait?
By Neil Thompson
Amid President Trump's other moves, don't forget the possibility of the frozen conflict over Taiwan turning hot.

A Chinese Carrier in the Taiwan Strait Isn't Always a Reason for Panic
By Steven Stashwick
The Liaoning passage’s ‘defiance’ is exaggerated; transits should be seen as more normal.

Why China's Taiwan Approach Is Counterproductive
By Jaw-Ling Joanne Chang
Moving cross-strait relations forward in 2017 will require a new strategy.