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Taiwan politics
Nobody Enjoys Celebrating ‘Taiwan National Day’
By Hiro Fu
A political row over the title of this year's National Day event has as much to do with the history of Taiwan’s political parties as their approaches to the cross-strait status quo.
Can Taiwan’s Opposition Settle on a Unity Candidate?
By Brian Hioe
To have any chance of winning, the pan-Blue camp will need to avoid the current three-way contest for votes. But so far no one looks willing to withdraw.
Foxconn’s Terry Gou Announces He Will Seek Taiwan’s Presidency as an Independent
By Huizhong Wu
Gou has twice unsuccessfully sought to be the KMT’s presidential candidate. Now he will compete on his own in an already-crowded race.
Despite China’s Threats, Taiwan VP’s US Visit Sees Muted Reaction
By Brian Hioe
Vice President William Lai, who is also the DPP's presidential candidate, transited New York and San Francisco this week.
Taiwan’s Vice President Plans US Stopover as Presidential Campaign Heats up
By Brian Hioe
William Lai, who is also the DPP's candidate for the 2024 presidential election, is expected to transit through New York and San Francisco in mid-August.
Taiwan’s Energy (In)security: Between Green Ambitions vs. Fossil Fuel Realities
By Vladimira Lickova
The nuclear phase-out is undermining Taiwan’s energy security, but it may be politically difficult for the DPP to change course.
Cross-Strait Issues Take Center Stage in Taiwan’s Presidential Race
By Brian Hioe
Both Ko Wen-je and Hou Yu-ih have endorsed resurrecting the controversial Cross-Strait Services Trade Agreement, the subject of mass protests back in 2014.
Taiwan Rocked by Wave of Sexual Harassment, Assault Allegations
By Brian Hioe
In the past two weeks, Taiwan has seen a growing number of #MeToo style allegations, especially against political figures.
For Taiwan’s DPP, an Unprecedented ‘3-peat’ Depends on a Third Party
By Seamus Boyle
Ko Wen-je of the Taiwan People’s Party could play spoiler in the 2024 election – likely to the DPP’s benefit.
Taiwan’s 2024 Election Campaigns See Early Stumbles
By Brian Hioe
KMT candidate Hou Yu-ih faced an unexpectedly difficult start to his campaign, while the DPP courted controversy with some legislative nominations.
Taiwan’s Presidential Slate Is Set for 2024
By Brian Hioe
New Taipei mayor Hou Yu-ih, long considered the front-runner, was named as the presidential candidate of the opposition KMT.
How Taiwan’s Growing Economic Woes Will Impact Its 2024 Elections
By Daniel Fu
Voters' general pessimism regarding the economy is souring views of the DPP as Taiwan gears up for presidential elections in January.