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Taiwan economy
Han Kuo-Yu: Taiwan’s Populist President?
By Jeffery C. J. Chen
Han is wildly popular, but his policy positions -- or lack thereof -- should be cause for concern, given Taiwan's delicate situation.
Foxconn CEO Terry Gou Says a Sea Goddess Has Told Him to Run for President
By Nick Aspinwall
Gou’s entry into Taiwan’s 2020 presidential race further clutters a field packed with larger-than-life personalities.
China’s Surreptitious Economic Influence on Taiwan’s Elections
By Jason Li
Taiwan’s November elections weren’t directly about cross-strait relations, but that doesn’t mean China had no impact.
Taiwan’s Voters Have Dealt a Brutal Blow to the Ruling DPP
By Nick Aspinwall
The KMT rode a “blue wave” in an election more about local concerns than the influence of China or the U.S.
Taiwan's Migrant Workers Are Finding Their Voice
By James X. Morris
Labor protests in Taiwan reveal a pesky sincerity problem for government agencies.
A Cross-Strait Chill? You Wouldn't Know It From Taiwan's Economic Data.
By Shannon Tiezzi
Taiwan posted higher-than-expected growth in 2017, and is predicting solid numbers for this year as well.
Are Casinos Coming to Taiwan?
By Ross Darrell Feingold
Kinmen County is set to vote on a referendum that could approve casino gaming.
Unpacking Tsai Ing-wen’s New Southbound Policy
By Bonnie S. Glaser, Matthew P. Funaiole, and Emily Jin
Can Taiwan’s latest attempt to avoid economic dependence on China succeed?
On Taiwan, the Honeymoon Is Over
By Michelle Winglee
Tsai Ing-wen's popularity is falling amid pressure from Beijing and economic uncertainty.
Taiwan’s Anno Horribilis for Tourism: Political Theater vs. Economic Reality
By Michael A. Turton
Is China really killing Taiwan's tourism industry?
How Bad Is Taiwan's Economy?
By Frank S.T. Hsiao
Compared to other economies around the world, Taiwan is doing just fine.
The Real Trade Challenge for Taiwan and Tsai Ing-wen
By Michael Reilly
Taiwan's biggest economic issue isn't dependence on China.