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As Constitutional Challenge Advances, KMT Previews Its Use of Controversial New Legislative Powers

As Constitutional Challenge Advances, KMT Previews Its Use of Controversial New Legislative Powers

By Brian Hioe
At least two investigative committees have now been convened using the new powers, highlighting issues the KMT has long complained about.

With Lai Ching-te Inauguration, Taiwan Has a New President

With Lai Ching-te Inauguration, Taiwan Has a New President

By Brian Hioe
Lai’s inaugural address was consistent with his pro-status quo platform on cross-strait relations. Domestic politics could pose a more immediate flashpoint, however.
Foxconn’s Terry Gou Announces He Will Seek Taiwan’s Presidency as an Independent

Foxconn’s Terry Gou Announces He Will Seek Taiwan’s Presidency as an Independent

By Huizhong Wu
Gou has twice unsuccessfully sought to be the KMT’s presidential candidate. Now he will compete on his own in an already-crowded race.

Taiwan Politics Outlook: A KMT Resurgence?

Taiwan Politics Outlook: A KMT Resurgence?

By Mercy A. Kuo
Insights from Nathan F. Batto.

The Politics Behind Taiwan’s Military Draft Extension

The Politics Behind Taiwan’s Military Draft Extension

By Brian Hioe
While extending the conscription period is a politically risky move, few other parties are ready to openly criticize the decision.

What’s Driving Taiwan’s Mass Protests?
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What’s Driving Taiwan’s Mass Protests?

Cross-Strait Relations After the 2022 Midterm Election in Taiwan

Cross-Strait Relations After the 2022 Midterm Election in Taiwan

By Charles K. S. Wu, Austin Horng-En Wang, Yao-Yuan Yeh, and Fang-Yu Chen
Going forward, this election will have a number of critical implications for Taiwan’s security.

Once Again, KMT Scores Big in Taiwan’s Local Elections

Once Again, KMT Scores Big in Taiwan’s Local Elections

By Brian Hioe
In many ways, the election results maintained the status quo of pan-Blue dominance over local politics, rather than a dramatic return to form for the KMT.
Previewing Taiwan’s 2022 Midterm Elections

Previewing Taiwan’s 2022 Midterm Elections

By Brian Hioe and Lev Nachman
The November 26 midterm races are the DPP’s to lose.

Accounting Act Changes Spark Brawl in Taiwan’s Legislature

Accounting Act Changes Spark Brawl in Taiwan’s Legislature

By Brian Hioe
Changes to Article 99-1 of the Accounting Act proposed by the DPP may clear former President Chen Shui-bian of corruption charges.

The KMT’s Defense Policy: Toward a Symmetric Posture

The KMT’s Defense Policy: Toward a Symmetric Posture

By Dee Wu
Taiwan's opposition party has adopted a very different posture on defense issues than the ruling DPP.

KMT Pushes for Formal US-Taiwan Ties in Course Change for Beijing-Friendly Party

KMT Pushes for Formal US-Taiwan Ties in Course Change for Beijing-Friendly Party

By Nick Aspinwall
Two recently passed resolutions hint at a strategic shift within the KMT, but could also be aimed at fracturing the ruling DPP’s careful approach toward relations with the U.S.
Is the ‘1992 Consensus‘ Fading Away in the Taiwan Strait?

Is the ‘1992 Consensus‘ Fading Away in the Taiwan Strait?

By Derek Grossman
Beijing and Taipei‘s nebulous common understanding is not what it used to be.

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