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Taiwan 2024 elections
How Pro-Russia Influencers Framed Taiwan’s Elections on Telegram
By Levi Bochantin
An investigation into pro-Kremlin Telegram users reveals Russia’s influence operations regarding Taiwan’s sovereignty and democracy.
After the 2024 Election, Taiwan’s Real Challenge Begins
By Syaru Shirley Lin
The next 4 years will test Taiwan’s resilience in the face of geopolitical rivalry, climate crisis, diminishing socioeconomic prospects, and an aging society while being led by a divided government.
A Month After Taiwan’s Election, Cross-Strait Tensions Continue to Simmer
By Brian Hioe
From sending balloons over Taiwan to forcing a scheduled sports competition to relocate, China has been upping the pressure.
Beneath the DPP’s Victory, the KMT’s Youth Movement Is on the Rise
By Howard Shen
The KMT has long been a Taiwanese political synonym for gerontocracy, but now its youth movement finally appears to be coming to fruition.
After the Election: Where Will Lai Lead Taiwan?
By Lev Nachman and Brian Hioe
Taiwanese voters have made their choice. Now it’s up to President-elect Lai Ching-te – and the reactions from Washington and Beijing – to shape the future.
Taiwan’s National Identity Post-Election
By Mercy A. Kuo
Insights from Dominic Meng-Hsuan Yang.
How Southeast Asia Responded to Taiwan’s Election
By Bunly Ek
With a couple of exceptions, the region has been cautious, careful to preserve its beneficial economic relationship with both Taipei and Beijing.
The Philippines Is Exercising Growing Agency on the Taiwan Issue
By Joshua Bernard Espeña
As maritime frictions with China grow, the Marcos administration is becoming more proactive in engaging Taipei.
Security in the Taiwan Strait Remains Uncertain After Lai’s Election
By Rex Li
The relative peace in the Taiwan Strait is likely to continue in the next few months and possibly years, but that peace will be punctuated by tensions and crises.
Post-Election, Where Do Taiwan’s Political Parties Stand?
By Shannon Tiezzi
Wei-Ting Yen of Franklin & Marshall College outlines the prospects for the DPP, KMT, and TPP after the 2024 polls.
Watching Taiwan’s Free Elections, Chinese Internet Users Lament One-Party Rule
By Yaqiu Wang
Quickly censored comments reveal a bitter rejection of Beijing’s official line on the Taiwanese balloting.
Assessing Taiwan’s Presidential Election Results
By Mercy A. Kuo
Insights from Benjamin Tsai.
Philippine President Congratulates Lai Ching-te on Election as Taiwan’s President
By Sebastian Strangio
Ferdinand Marcos Jr.'s statement, which is sure to irk Beijing, reflects Manila's recent moves toward greater unofficial engagement with Taipei.
Taiwan’s DPP Wins Presidency, Falls Short in Legislature
By Brian Hioe
Lai Ching-te won with a plurality, largely due to a divided opposition. But the loss of the DPP's legislative majority is a warning sign for the party moving forward.
Taiwan’s January 2024 Elections: What You Need to Know
By Phillip C. Saunders
Introducing the three presidential candidates and reviewing four factors likely to shape the outcome.
Beijing Tries to Capitalize on Taiwan’s Controversial Rocket Alert
By Sze-Fung Lee
Taiwan issued a national alert following the launch of a satellite from China. Beijing has seized on the controversy to advance its own interests.
‘Troublemaker’ and ‘Pawn’: US-related Narratives Amid Taiwan’s Presidential Election
By Yang Kuang-shun
Tropes attacking Taiwanese politicians for supposedly being alienated from – or being too close to – the U.S. have been common for decades. This election cycle is no exception.
Taiwan’s Presidential and VP Contenders Give Final Campaign Push
By Brian Hioe
With less than two weeks left until the Taiwanese presidential elections, campaigning (and partisan mud-slinging) has kicked into high gear.
China and Russia Are Trying to Stack the Deck in 2024 Elections
By Joseph Webster
Beijing is attempting to sway Taiwan’s voters, while Moscow aims to tilt the U.S. presidential election to Donald Trump.
As Taiwan’s Election Nears, China’s Espionage, Interference Attempts Come Under Scrutiny
By Brian Hioe
There has been an increased number of reports on espionage plots and disinformation campaigns, and Taiwan's government is eager to show it is taking action.
Setting the Record Straight: The KMT Defense Blueprint for Taiwan
By Howard Shen
If elected, Hou Yu-ih plans to publish Taiwan’s first National Security Strategy within the first ten months of the presidency.
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?
How the Taiwan Opposition Alliance Talks Fell Apart
By Brian Hioe
The pan-Blue camp’s attempt to settle on a unity ticket came crashing down last week in an embarrassing televised spectacle.
Taiwan Opposition’s Bid for a Unity Ticket Collapses
By Brian Hioe
An announced breakthrough proved short-lived, as the two sides weren't able to agree on how to weight polls for determining the presidential candidate.
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