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Cross-Strait Relations
Taiwan’s Fight for Democracy
By Ching-yi Huang
The international community should support those seeking to preserve the democratic pillar of due process.
China-Taiwan Diplomatic Truce Holds Despite Gambia
By Jessica Drun
China’s response to Gambia’s diplomatic overtures shows the emphasis it places on developing cross-Strait relations.
Could China Ever Govern Taiwan?
By Kerry Brown
China's leaders, not used to dealing with public opinion, are unprepared to handle Taiwan's vocal population.
Beijing Watches the Taiwan Protests
By Shannon Tiezzi
Popular protests in Taiwan over a trade agreement with China could alter Beijing's approach to cross-strait relations.
Indigenous Submarines an Unlikely Dream for Taiwan
By Wu Shang-su
Building a diesel-electric submarine looks technically and politically unrealistic.
Taiwanese Occupy Legislature Over China Pact
By J. Michael Cole
J. Michael Cole reports from Taipei for The Diplomat
Is Taiwan’s Military Becoming Too Small to Fight?
By J. Michael Cole
With conscription ending and budgets limited, Taiwan may have to make do with a smaller defense force.
Are Taiwan’s Days Numbered?
By Zachary Keck
A new essay argues that Taiwan’s least bad option may be to adopt the “Hong Kong strategy.”
The U.S. Stake in the Cross-Strait Dialogue
By Vivian Lehecka Coyne
Reduced cross-Strait tensions are welcome, but current trends may not favor U.S. interests.
To Counter Beijing, Japan Moves Closer to Taiwan
By Shannon Tiezzi
Rumors of a Japanese Taiwan Relations Act hint at a possible strategy to court Taipei at Beijing's expense.
Cross-Strait Talks: A Propaganda Coup for Beijing
By J. Michael Cole
The most significant result of the February 2014 cross-strait talks is just how much Beijing gained in propaganda terms.
Taiwan, Mainland China Agree to New Communication Mechanism
By Shannon Tiezzi
The historic meeting between Wang Yu-chi and Zhang Zhijun had little to offer in terms of concrete outcomes.