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Taiwan politics
Taiwan’s National Health Insurance: A Model for Universal Health Coverage
By Chen Shih-Chung
Taiwan has a constructive role to play in creating a robust global health network, but remains excluded from the World Health Organization.
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What Will Taiwan's Cabinet Shake-up Mean for Cross-Strait Relations?
February 24, 2018
What Will Taiwan's Cabinet Shake-up Mean for Cross-Strait Relations?
Taiwan's foreign affairs, defense, national security, and cross-strait portfolios get reshuffled.
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What Will Taiwan's Cabinet Shake-up Mean for Cross-Strait Relations?
Do the Taiwan Independence Movement’s Symbolic Victories Hide a Lack of Practical Hope?
October 27, 2017
Do the Taiwan Independence Movement’s Symbolic Victories Hide a Lack of Practical Hope?
A time zone and passport stickers reflect the inability of the independence movement to gain real political victories.
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Do the Taiwan Independence Movement’s Symbolic Victories Hide a Lack of Practical Hope?
Why Doesn’t Taiwan Make Political Movies?
October 27, 2017
Why Doesn’t Taiwan Make Political Movies?
Films about Taiwan political history are few and far between, especially compared to South Korean cinema.
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Why Doesn’t Taiwan Make Political Movies?
The White Wolf of Taiwan
September 18, 2017
The White Wolf of Taiwan
Zhang Anle and his solution for the cross-strait dilemma.
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The White Wolf of Taiwan
Taiwan's Biggest Problems Are at Home (Not Across the Strait)
November 17, 2016
Taiwan's Biggest Problems Are at Home (Not Across the Strait)
Domestic struggles, not cross-strait relations, are contributing to Tsai Ing-wen's falling approval ratings.
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Taiwan's Biggest Problems Are at Home (Not Across the Strait)
It's Official: Taiwan Has a New President
May 20, 2016
It's Official: Taiwan Has a New President
Tsai Ing-wen official assumes office with promises of economic, political, and social reform.
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It's Official: Taiwan Has a New President
Is the KMT Becoming a Fringe Party in Taiwan?
May 09, 2016
Is the KMT Becoming a Fringe Party in Taiwan?
After an election-day rout, the KMT seems to be moving farther away from public opinion.
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Is the KMT Becoming a Fringe Party in Taiwan?
China’s 3 Options for 'Unifying' Taiwan
April 15, 2016
China’s 3 Options for 'Unifying' Taiwan
Using Taiwanese factionalism to gain a foothold could be the most attractive option for Beijing.
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China’s 3 Options for 'Unifying' Taiwan
KMT's Ousted Presidential Candidate Returns as Party Chair
March 29, 2016
KMT's Ousted Presidential Candidate Returns as Party Chair
Hung Hsiu-chu is back -- now can she rebuild a fractured and damaged party?
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KMT's Ousted Presidential Candidate Returns as Party Chair
Taiwan's 'Third Force' Makes Its Presence Known in Legislature
February 24, 2016
Taiwan's 'Third Force' Makes Its Presence Known in Legislature
A newly elected legislator from the New Power Party caused a sensation on Taiwan's social media.
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Taiwan's 'Third Force' Makes Its Presence Known in Legislature
It's Official: DPP's Tsai Ing-wen Is Taiwan's Next President
January 16, 2016
It's Official: DPP's Tsai Ing-wen Is Taiwan's Next President
The DPP won a landslide victory in the presidential race, and looks to secure a legislative majority as well.
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It's Official: DPP's Tsai Ing-wen Is Taiwan's Next President
On the Campaign Trail in Taiwan
January 13, 2016
On the Campaign Trail in Taiwan
A first-hand look at Taiwan's political campaigning ahead of the 2016 elections.
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On the Campaign Trail in Taiwan
Taiwan's Elections: What to Watch For
January 06, 2016
Taiwan's Elections: What to Watch For
A look at the potential implications a DPP victory could have for Taiwan, mainland China, and the United States.
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Taiwan's Elections: What to Watch For
The Rise of Taiwan’s ‘Third Force’
January 06, 2016
The Rise of Taiwan’s ‘Third Force’
Taiwan's liberals are poised to win big, thanks in part to a new political dynamic born from the Sunflower Movement.
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The Rise of Taiwan’s ‘Third Force’
KMT Candidate to US: 'Cross-Strait Peace and Stability on the Line' in Taiwan Election
November 17, 2015
KMT Candidate to US: 'Cross-Strait Peace and Stability on the Line' in Taiwan Election
KMT presidential candidate Eric Chu used his visit to the U.S. to question his opponent's plans for cross-strait ties.
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KMT Candidate to US: 'Cross-Strait Peace and Stability on the Line' in Taiwan Election
Will the Ma-Xi Meeting Backfire for Taiwan's KMT?
November 14, 2015
Will the Ma-Xi Meeting Backfire for Taiwan's KMT?
It is possible that the Ma-Xi summit will hurt the KMT in the upcoming elections more than help it.
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Will the Ma-Xi Meeting Backfire for Taiwan's KMT?
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Interview
Johanna Chua on China’s Strategy to Reduce Debt  
June 21, 2018
Johanna Chua on China’s Strategy to Reduce Debt  
How is debt being reined in?
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