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Lee Teng-hui’s Memorial Service Provides Catalyst for Diplomatic Outreach to Taiwan

Lee Teng-hui’s Memorial Service Provides Catalyst for Diplomatic Outreach to Taiwan

By Shannon Tiezzi
In addition to a U.S. under secretary of state, a former Japanese prime minister was also in attendance.

The Glorious Contradictions of Lee Teng-hui

The Glorious Contradictions of Lee Teng-hui

By James Baron
Throughout his 97 years, Lee took on multiple identities as a Japanese, Communist, Chinese, Christian, and, finally, Taiwanese independence activist – matching the island’s many changes.
Former President Lee Teng-hui, Who Helped Birth Taiwan’s Democracy, Dies

Former President Lee Teng-hui, Who Helped Birth Taiwan’s Democracy, Dies

By Associated Press
Lee, the first native of Taiwan to hold the presidency, became famous for ushering in direct elections – and later for his pro-independence stance.

Taiwan’s White Terror and the Search for Transitional Justice

Taiwan’s White Terror and the Search for Transitional Justice

By Chang-Ling Huang
The costs of a "silent revolution."

Tsai Ing-wen’s U.S. Transit Stops in Historical Context

Tsai Ing-wen’s U.S. Transit Stops in Historical Context

By Kristian McGuire
Unofficial transit stops by Taiwan leaders in the U.S. have some interesting history.

Better Get Used to it, China: Taiwan and Japan Will Get Closer

Better Get Used to it, China: Taiwan and Japan Will Get Closer

By J. Michael Cole
Geopolitical context and domestic sentiments mean Tokyo and Taipei are likely to draw closer together.

Taiwan's Former President Causes Controversy in Japan

Taiwan's Former President Causes Controversy in Japan

By Shannon Tiezzi
Lee Teng-hui causes a stir by repeating his view that the Senkakus belong to Japan.
History and the Possibility of Taiwan-Japan Relations

History and the Possibility of Taiwan-Japan Relations

By Lorand C. Laskai
Many Taiwanese have a surprisingly positive take on Japan’s colonial legacy, with memories that remain salient today.

Time for Taiwan to Rethink Its Diplomacy

Time for Taiwan to Rethink Its Diplomacy

By Joel Atkinson
Taiwan needs to decide on a plan for its remaining diplomatic allies before it is too late.

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