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Sunflower Movement
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.
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.