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KMT
The Strange Case of the KMT’s Hung Hsiu-chu
By J. Michael Cole
The KMT is in a process of adjustment before the 2016 elections, but it seems to be moving in the wrong direction.
Taiwan Will Have a Female President in 2016
By Shannon Tiezzi
For the first time ever, two female candidates will square off in Taiwan's presidential election.
The US Position on the ‘1992 Consensus’: Why it Matters
By J. Michael Cole
Amid the discourse on Taiwan's future, it's important to be clear on the 1992 consensus.
The Question That Is Never Asked: What Do the Taiwanese Want?
By J. Michael Cole
When debating Taiwan's fate, consider what the Taiwanese want.
Chu-Xi Meeting: Neither Historic Nor Groundbreaking
By J. Michael Cole
Don't hold your breath for a "historic" cross-strait breakthrough.
As Taiwan's Election Season Begins, Beijing Points to Red Lines
By Shannon Tiezzi
The DPP has officially selected a candidate and Beijing is getting nervous.
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.
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.
Taiwan's DPP's Election Success: Brought to You by the 1992 Consensus
By Dingding Chen
The ‘1992 consensus’ is behind the Democratic Progressive Party’s (DPP) big win in the local elections.
Why the KMT Failed in Taiwan’s Local Elections
By Ricky Yeh
Taiwan's 2014 local elections revealed the extent of popular discontent with KMT rule.
How Hong Kong's Protests Swayed Taiwan's Elections
By Kerry Brown
After watching protests in Hong Kong, Taiwanese are more hesitant about the KMT's policy of warming cross-strait ties.
Opposition DPP Wins Big in Taiwan Elections
By Shannon Tiezzi
Taiwan's opposition party routed the ruling KMT in local elections held on November 29.