Taiwan politics

Voters' general pessimism regarding the economy is souring views of the DPP as Taiwan gears up for presidential elections in January.

The recent travels of Taiwan’s president and her predecessor reflect wariness of Beijing's response, and the delicate diplomatic dance across the Taiwan Strait.

KMT Vice Chair Andrew Hsia is on a nine-day trip to China, sparking criticism from the ruling DPP.

With President Tsai's term coming to an end next year, the DPP's cabinet reshuffle sends hints about the next generation of party leadership.

Taiwan’s local officials can, and often do, set their own course with regards to China and other countries.

Plans for new chip plants in the U.S. have sparked concerns about Taiwan’s “silicon shield” – and whether Washington has Taipei’s best interests at heart.

The KMT’s structure keeps it beholden to a group that is increasingly out of step with Taiwan’s general population on China and unification. 

Decoding William Lai’s positioning on cross-strait relations – and the implications for peace and stability in the Asia-Pacific.

Going forward, this election will have a number of critical implications for Taiwan’s security.

In many ways, the election results maintained the status quo of pan-Blue dominance over local politics, rather than a dramatic return to form for the KMT.

Taiwan will begin allowing visitors from all countries while also ending its COVID-19 quarantine requirement for new arrivals.