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Cross-Strait Relations
The China Factor in Taiwan’s Local Elections
By Michelle Tsai
The ruling DPP’s defeat may offer China opportunities ahead of the 2020 presidential election.
What Does the 1992 Consensus Mean to Citizens in Taiwan?
By Austin Wang, Charles K.S. Wu, Yao-Yuan Yeh, & Fang-Yu Chen
Hint: it’s not what either Taiwan or China think it means.
One China, Two Interpretations, and the Third Alternative for Taiwan
By Charles I-hsin Chen
The historic 2015 meeting between Xi Jinping and Ma Ying-jeou made a third alternative, beyond unification or separation, more likely.
Facing Chinese Pressure, Taiwan’s President Tsai Seeks ‘Survival Niche’
By Shannon Tiezzi
Tsai Ing-wen promises to stay the course on cross-strait relations, while pursuing “values-based diplomacy” abroad.
Will Taiwan Trap Itself Into ‘One China’ Again?
By Lin Fei-fan
In Taipei Mayor Ko Wen-je, China might have found a useful wedge to influence Taiwan's domestic politics.
What Does Taiwan Think of the US Factor in Cross-Strait Relations?
By Shi-huei Yang
A look at how the Taiwanese public evaluates the Trump administration's commitment to Taiwan.
Is eSwatini on the Brink of Cutting Ties With Taiwan?
By Charlotte Gao
A new report says eSwatini is trying to establish diplomatic ties with China.
6 Km From China, Taiwan's Kinmen Charts Its Own Path
By Nick Aspinwall
As Taiwan pushes to distance itself from China, Kinmen Island wants to build a bridge to Xiamen and “become a peninsula.”
Where America and China Stand on the Taiwan Issue
By Bonji Ohara
A complex set of interactions are fueling tensions.
Why Diplomatic Allies Matter to Taiwan
By Ming-Sung Kuo
And why a new Monroe Doctrine won’t help Taiwan in its battle for diplomatic survival.
Foreign Companies Should Give up Their China Fantasy
By Chauncey Jung
China is now attempting to force foreign companies to accept its own ideology.
Days After Tsai Ing-wen Wraps Up Houston Stopover, Taiwan Loses Another Ally to China
By Charlotte Gao
Cutting ties with Taiwan, the Republic of El Salvador established diplomatic relations with China.
China Takes Revenge for Tsai Ing-wen's US Trip – Via a Taiwanese Cafe Chain
By Charlotte Gao
Soon after Tsai completed her hig-profile stopover in the U.S., the chain was accused of “supporting Taiwan’s independence.”
Why Is China Bullying Taiwan?
By Chih-Cheng Chang
This goes beyond dislike for the DPP – it’s a long-term strategy from Beijing.
Estimating Taiwanese Military Power
By Ian Easton
How well would Taiwan be able to defend itself against a Chinese attack?
Taiwan: When Sports Is Politics
By Han Ze
On the cancellation of the East Asian Youth Games and cross-strait relations.
Taiwan Is Not a Bargaining Chip
By Patrick M. Cronin and Kristine Lee
As Washington dials up pressure on Beijing, it should not view Taiwan simply as a lever in its diplomatic toolkit.
The Tsai Administration, Local Elections and China-Taiwan Relations
By Yoshiyuki Ogasawara
Upcoming local elections in Taiwan will have regional significance.
Will the Trump Administration Send a US Aircraft Carrier Through the Taiwan Strait?
By Ankit Panda
The Trump administration may be setting the stage for a show of reassurance toward Taipei.
China Puts the Squeeze on Taiwan
By Shannon Tiezzi
The loss of yet another diplomatic ally -- Burkina Faso -- is just the tip of the iceberg.
Does China Have a ‘Blacklist’ of Taiwan ‘Separatists’?
By J. Michael Cole
Even if the blacklist doesn't currently exist, China's habit of extraterritorial abductions makes it all too plausible.
Taiwan, US Get Down to the Business of Defense
By Gary Sands
A recent forum, held in Taiwan for the first time, deepened defense industry links -- much to China's dismay.
Could China Flash Invade Taiwan?
By Ian Easton
A look at what would be the ultimate nightmare scenario for Taiwan.
J. Michael Cole on Taiwan and the Indo-Pacific Concept
By J. Michael Cole
How does Taiwan fit into the free and open Indo-Pacific?