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Japan-Taiwan Relations
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.
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The Great East Japan Earthquake and Japan-Taiwan Relations
April 12, 2018
The Great East Japan Earthquake and Japan-Taiwan Relations
Seven years after the disaster and relations are strong, with one exception.
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The Great East Japan Earthquake and Japan-Taiwan Relations
The Taiwan Strait After a Second Korean War
January 10, 2018
The Taiwan Strait After a Second Korean War
The end of the Kim regime would spell trouble for the Taiwan Strait.
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The Taiwan Strait After a Second Korean War
Japan's Practical Taiwan Policy
April 14, 2017
Japan's Practical Taiwan Policy
What's driving Japan's outreach toward Taiwan?
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Japan's Practical Taiwan Policy
Taiwan's Puzzling New Approach to Japan
September 16, 2016
Taiwan's Puzzling New Approach to Japan
How has Tsai Ing-wen handled Taiwan-Japan relations during her first 100 days in office?
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Taiwan's Puzzling New Approach to Japan
Taiwan, Japan to Seek Bilateral Talks on Fishing Spat
May 10, 2016
Taiwan, Japan to Seek Bilateral Talks on Fishing Spat
After sending Coast Guard vessels to conduct competing patrols near Okinotori Island, the two sides are ready to talk.
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Taiwan, Japan to Seek Bilateral Talks on Fishing Spat
Taiwan-Japan Fishing Dispute Heats Up
May 03, 2016
Taiwan-Japan Fishing Dispute Heats Up
Taiwan sends Coast Guard and military vessels to enforce its right to fish in what Japan claims as its EEZ.
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Taiwan-Japan Fishing Dispute Heats Up
Will Taiwan's 'Comfort Women' Get an Apology From Japan?
March 04, 2016
Will Taiwan's 'Comfort Women' Get an Apology From Japan?
After reaching a deal with South Korea over the "comfort women" issue, will Japan ignore Taiwanese victims?
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Will Taiwan's 'Comfort Women' Get an Apology From Japan?
Taiwan Elections: An Opportunity for Japan?
January 29, 2016
Taiwan Elections: An Opportunity for Japan?
Tsai Ing-wen’s victory was greeted with enthusiasm in Tokyo.
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Taiwan Elections: An Opportunity for Japan?
China, Taiwan Apply Pressure to Japan Over 'Comfort Women' Issue
January 06, 2016
China, Taiwan Apply Pressure to Japan Over 'Comfort Women' Issue
Beijing and Taipei respond to Japan's agreement with South Korea over World War II sex slaves.
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China, Taiwan Apply Pressure to Japan Over 'Comfort Women' Issue
What Taiwan-Japan Relations Might Look Like in 2016
October 09, 2015
What Taiwan-Japan Relations Might Look Like in 2016
Tsai Ing-wen's visit to Japan provides a glimpse of the importance she ascribes to the Taiwan-Japan relationship.
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What Taiwan-Japan Relations Might Look Like in 2016
Better Get Used to it, China: Taiwan and Japan Will Get Closer
July 30, 2015
Better Get Used to it, China: Taiwan and Japan Will Get Closer
Geopolitical context and domestic sentiments mean Tokyo and Taipei are likely to draw closer together.
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Better Get Used to it, China: Taiwan and Japan Will Get Closer
History and the Possibility of Taiwan-Japan Relations
September 12, 2014
History and the Possibility of Taiwan-Japan Relations
Many Taiwanese have a surprisingly positive take on Japan’s colonial legacy, with memories that remain salient today.
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History and the Possibility of Taiwan-Japan Relations
To Counter Beijing, Japan Moves Closer to Taiwan
February 20, 2014
To Counter Beijing, Japan Moves Closer to Taiwan
Rumors of a Japanese Taiwan Relations Act hint at a possible strategy to court Taipei at Beijing's expense.
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To Counter Beijing, Japan Moves Closer to Taiwan
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How to 'Rewrite the Hong Kong Story'
November 10, 2018
How to 'Rewrite the Hong Kong Story'
An interview with Christine Loh and Richard Cullen on their new book.
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