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Why a Human Rights Lawyer Is Now the Defense Minister in Taiwan

Why a Human Rights Lawyer Is Now the Defense Minister in Taiwan

By I-Min Hsiao
Wellington Koo is undoubtedly one of Taiwan’s most influential human rights lawyers. But why is he the best choice to strengthen Taiwan’s defense capabilities?

Taiwan’s LGBTQ Progress Under Lai Ching-te: From Rhetoric to Action

Taiwan’s LGBTQ Progress Under Lai Ching-te: From Rhetoric to Action

By Huynh Tam Sang and Phan Van Tim
With the DPP’s legacy on marriage equality as a springboard, President Lai should advance LGBTQ rights in Taiwan through a two-pronged strategy.
Taiwan’s Human Rights Priorities After the 2024 Elections

Taiwan’s Human Rights Priorities After the 2024 Elections

By Jean Wu
Despite demonstrating a strong human rights record, there is still room for Taiwan to improve – especially on migrant workers' rights and refugee law.

How Taiwan’s History Illuminates the 2020 Election

How Taiwan’s History Illuminates the 2020 Election

By Evan Dawley and Wayne Soon
Taiwan's democratic culture -- and ties to Hong Kong -- long predate the 21st century.

In Taiwan, the Tiananmen Tragedy Has a Special Resonance

In Taiwan, the Tiananmen Tragedy Has a Special Resonance

By John Liu
For Taiwan, June 4, 1989 recalls both their own oppressed past and the resistance against China’s ongoing oppression.

What’s Driving Taiwan’s Mass Protests?
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What’s Driving Taiwan’s Mass Protests?

Will Taiwan Become a Refuge for Dissidents Wanted by China? Not So Fast.

Will Taiwan Become a Refuge for Dissidents Wanted by China? Not So Fast.

By Nick Aspinwall
Taiwan has not fully opened its doors to dissidents, despite recent high-profile cases.

Taiwan Voices Support for Uyghurs in China

Taiwan Voices Support for Uyghurs in China

By Wen Lii
The human rights crisis in Xinjiang foreshadows Taiwan’s future under PRC control, and the island knows it.
The 228 Incident Still Haunts Taiwan

The 228 Incident Still Haunts Taiwan

By James X. Morris
From memorials to vandalism, Taiwan continues to remember its history -- and debate its future.

Taiwan’s Human Rights Revolution and China’s Devolution

Taiwan’s Human Rights Revolution and China’s Devolution

By Margaret K. Lewis
There is an increasing divergence between China and Taiwan with respect to protecting human rights.

'Lovable' Taiwan and Its Soft Power Quest

'Lovable' Taiwan and Its Soft Power Quest

By Shannon Tiezzi
Taiwan's deputy minister of culture speaks with The Diplomat.

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