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Cross-Strait Relations
The Great Chinese Lie About Taiwan
By J. Michael Cole
Taiwan wants many things. War isn't on that list.
The Rise of Civic Nationalism in Taiwan: A Conversation with J. Michael Cole
By Ankit Panda
The Diplomat's Ankit Panda and Shannon Tiezzi speak to J. Michael Cole about Taiwanese politics and society.
Taiwan: Ma’s AIIB Dilemma
By Pei-Yu Wei
Being left out of China’s new bank could leave Taiwan isolated. Joining it, though, carries political costs.
Taiwan’s Rash Decision to Join AIIB
By Ricky Yeh
How Taiwan's bid to join AIIB could potentially threaten its sovereignty.
As AIIB Deadline Closes, These Two Applicants Might Be Out of Luck
By Shannon Tiezzi
The final flurry of states seeking to join AIIB as founding members included a few surprises.
Taiwan Applies to Join AIIB Under ‘One China,’ Sparking Protests
By J. Michael Cole
Taiwan applies to join the China-led Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank, provoking protests in Taipei.
Could Taiwan Join AIIB?
By Shannon Tiezzi
Plus, China and Russia celebrate the end of WWII, Hollywood in China, and Premier Li's press conference. China links.
Xi Urges Vigilance Against Taiwan Independence
By Shannon Tiezzi
Xi denounced Taiwan independence and stressed the importance of the 1992 consensus in a veiled message to Taiwan's DPP.
Mainland Firm Lends a Hand as Taiwan Expands South China Sea Presence
By Shannon Tiezzi
A Shanghai shipping firm helped deliver materials Taiwan needs to construct a port in the disputed Spratly Islands.
What an Airplane Crash Reveals About Cross-Strait Relations
By Shannon Tiezzi
Beijing and Taipei's responses to a fatal plane crash in Taiwan reveal the complexities of their relationship.
The Spies Are Coming! The Spies Are Coming to Taiwan!
By J. Michael Cole
Just how bad is Taiwan's spy problem?
After Heavy Losses, a Reset for Taiwan’s Ruling Party
By Shannon Tiezzi
New Taipei Mayor Eric Chu will assume the position of KMT chair on Saturday and begin the arduous process of change.