Written by Elizabeth Frost. This article examines how Taiwan’s ambitious offshore wind energy development strengthens its collaboration with Europe and shapes its global climate identity. It highlights the significant role of offshore wind in shaping Taiwan’s global image and identity as a responsible actor in addressing climate change.
Written by Filip Křenek. The EU faces new dependencies on U.S. LNG and Chinese clean tech, with the Visegrád Four (V4) particularly exposed to these pressures yet well-positioned to benefit from the green transition. This article argues that Taiwan is advancing its energy transformation and technological edge amid rising geopolitical tensions, creating opportunities for V4-Taiwan collaboration.
Written by Yu-Ping Yang. Facing China’s dominance in the solar panel market, the EU is exploring perovskite solar cells (PSCs) as a strategically important alternative to diversify its supply chain and reduce reliance on China-controlled materials and manufacturing. This article examines the strategic advantages of PSCs and Taiwan’s potential role in building a resilient PSC supply chain for the EU.
Written by Stefan Vladisavljev and Damir Dizdarević. The Western Balkans face the challenge of balancing growing Chinese influence with the need for diversified and resilient partnerships to support their green transition. While limited by diplomatic constraints, Taiwan offers a strategic alternative through cooperation in clean energy and technology that aligns with democratic values and enhances supply chain security.
Written by Blanca Marabini San Martín. As the EU accelerates its green transition, securing stable and sustainable access to critical minerals will remain a central challenge. This article argues that EU-Taiwan collaboration can support shared climate goals and enhance both parties’ roles in the global green economy.
Written by Thomas Fliß. This article introduces the workshop “Mapping Taiwan Teaching – Teaching Taiwan in Script, Speech and Performance” at Trier University, which focused on teaching Taiwan through language, culture, and performance. Scholars and educators explored Taiwan’s geopolitical significance, linguistic diversity, and cultural identity. The event featured interdisciplinary panels on Taiwan’s literature, theatre, and education, highlighting the need for expanded Taiwanese language courses and intercultural learning methods.
