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Tsai Ing-wen
The Strange Case of the KMT’s Hung Hsiu-chu
By J. Michael Cole
The KMT is in a process of adjustment before the 2016 elections, but it seems to be moving in the wrong direction.
Taiwan Will Have a Female President in 2016
By Shannon Tiezzi
For the first time ever, two female candidates will square off in Taiwan's presidential election.
Time for Taiwan's Opposition to Clarify Its Cross-Strait Policy
By Lee Shih-Chuan
A nebulous position benefits no one.
Cross-Strait Relations: The DPP's Tightrope Walk
By Shannon Tiezzi
During a U.S. tour, DPP presidential candidate Tsai Ing-wen kept a cautious approach to cross-strait issues.
The US Position on the ‘1992 Consensus’: Why it Matters
By J. Michael Cole
Amid the discourse on Taiwan's future, it's important to be clear on the 1992 consensus.
Taiwan: Cross-Strait Relations and the 2016 Elections
By Emily S. Chen
Both the ruling and opposition parties need to navigate some tricky waters ahead of next year’s presidential elections.
Chu-Xi Meeting: Neither Historic Nor Groundbreaking
By J. Michael Cole
Don't hold your breath for a "historic" cross-strait breakthrough.
As Tsai Ing-wen Enters Taiwan’s Presidential Race, the China Challenge Looms Large
By J. Michael Cole
As Tsai Ing-wen gears up to run for Taiwan's presidency, she will have to wrangle with a tough problem: China.
As Taiwan's Election Season Begins, Beijing Points to Red Lines
By Shannon Tiezzi
The DPP has officially selected a candidate and Beijing is getting nervous.
The Rise of Civic Nationalism in Taiwan: A Conversation with J. Michael Cole
By Ankit Panda
The Diplomat's Ankit Panda and Shannon Tiezzi speak to J. Michael Cole about Taiwanese politics and society.
How Hong Kong's Protests Will Shape Taiwanese Politics
By Shannon Tiezzi
How Beijing handles the Hong Kong protests will impact Taiwan and the cross-strait relationship.
To Freeze or Not to Freeze: The DPP’s ‘Independence Clause’
By J. Michael Cole
The Democratic Progressive Party's (DPP) independence clause is a non-issue and should be treated as such.