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Sunflower Movement
The Lasting Legacy of Taiwan’s 1990 Wild Lily Movement
By John J. Chin and Kevin Zheng
This month marks the 35th anniversary of Taiwan’s Wild Lily Movement. Student activism has been a continuing force for democracy in Taiwan in the years since.
In Lawmaking, the Details Matter. Taiwan Would be Wise to Remember That
By Adam King and Daniel Twining
Beijing could be a winner as Taipei rushes to pass new law.
Tens of Thousands Protest Bill to Expand Legislative Power in Taiwan
By Brian Hioe
A move by the KMT and its ally, the TPP, to quickly pass the controversial bill sparked an angry response reminiscent of the 2014 Sunflower Movement.
The ‘Memory War’ Over Taiwan’s Sunflower Movement
By Yang Kuang-shun
The public perception of the Sunflower Movement within Taiwan varies markedly across different demographics and political viewpoints.
Sunflower Movement 10th Anniversary Reflects Taiwan’s Current Political Divisions
By Brian Hioe
From talk of revising the CSSTA to the KMT's return to leadership of the legislature, the Sunflower Movement is echoing in Taiwan's politics today.
Weiting Chen Discusses the Sunflower Movement, 10 Years Later
By Shannon Tiezzi
10 years on, what impact has the Sunflower Movement had on Taiwan?
From Green to Blue: The Political History of Ko Wen-je
By Brian Hioe and Lev Nachman
Who is the third-party candidate shaking up Taiwan's presidential race?
Cross-Strait Issues Take Center Stage in Taiwan’s Presidential Race
By Brian Hioe
Both Ko Wen-je and Hou Yu-ih have endorsed resurrecting the controversial Cross-Strait Services Trade Agreement, the subject of mass protests back in 2014.
Taiwan High Court Overturns Acquittals, Finds Sunflower Movement Protesters Guilty
By Nick Aspinwall
The High Court’s decision to overturn not guilty verdicts for seven protesters who stormed the Executive Yuan led to outrage from civil society figures.
Hong Kong Protests: The View From Taiwan
By James X. Morris
Hong Kong’s massive protests could be a bellwether for Taiwan’s 2020 presidential election.
A Visual Dialogue of the 2014 Sunflower Movement, 5 Years Later
By James X. Morris
An exhibit in Taipei relives the energy and optimism of the Sunflower protests through photography.
Brian Hioe: The Sunflower Movement, 4 Years Later
By James X. Morris
An interview with New Bloom co-founder and student activist Brian Hioe, 4 years after the Sunflower Movement.
Challenges in Taiwanese Society
By Shin Kawashima
Transitional Justice and the 31 Preferential Policies
Taiwan's 'Third Force' Makes Its Presence Known in Legislature
By Linda van der Horst
A newly elected legislator from the New Power Party caused a sensation on Taiwan's social media.
Taiwan's Elections: What to Watch For
By Shannon Tiezzi
A look at the potential implications a DPP victory could have for Taiwan, mainland China, and the United States.
The Rise of Taiwan’s ‘Third Force’
By Linda van der Horst
Taiwan's liberals are poised to win big, thanks in part to a new political dynamic born from the Sunflower Movement.
Historic China Meeting Won’t Ease Taiwan’s Trade Woes
By Shihoko Goto
Taiwan emerges from the meeting with familiar trade and economic challenges.
Two Myths About Taiwan’s DPP That Need to Be Laid to Rest
By J. Michael Cole
The DPP will not ruin cross-strait relations, and it isn't manipulating popular protests from behind the scenes.
Taiwan, the Final Piece of the Rebalance?
By Shang-Su Wu
Seemingly in the background of U.S. Asia policy of late, Taiwan retains immense strategic significance.
Hong Kong and Taiwan: Populism or Democracy?
By Jin Kai
Are recent protests in Hong Kong and Taiwan about democracy or a case of populist fever?
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.
Taiwan: Ma’s AIIB Dilemma
By Pei-Yu Wei
Being left out of China’s new bank could leave Taiwan isolated. Joining it, though, carries political costs.
Hong Kong and Taiwan: Evolving Identities
By Euhwa Tran
The national "Chinese" identity is losing ground in both Hong Kong and Taiwan.
Washington’s Obsolete Taiwan Policy
By Michael A. Turton
The approach to Taiwan is strangely at odds with its policy elsewhere in the region.
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