Taiwan Insight

Taiwan Studies Teaching: The Experience of Connecting Teaching and Event Programmes at SOAS University of London

14 February 2025 Chee-Hann Wu

Written by Dafydd Fell. The article traces the establishment of the Taiwan Studies Programme at SOAS and explores how it integrates Taiwan Studies courses with an extensive event program, including lectures, film screenings, and alumni talks. The strategy enhances student engagement, sustains interest in Taiwan-related studies, and fosters academic-community interaction. By combining teaching with real-world experiences, the Taiwan Studies Programme at SOAS successfully maintains a long-term and sustainable environment for Taiwan studies.

Teaching Taiwan by teaching languages – Performative Interpretation Strategies for Taiwanese Language Learning – A Case Study at Inalco

12 February 2025 Chee-Hann Wu

Written by Chan-yueh Liu. This article emphasizes the importance of teaching Taiwan through its multilingual heritage, advocating for the inclusion of Taiwanese languages (Tâi-gí in academic programs. It introduces “Performative Interpretation Strategies” at Inalco in France, which engages students through performance, music and digital content creation. The approach enhances language learning by fostering creativity, cultural immersion, and communicative competence.

“Mapping Taiwan Teaching” at Trier University: Teaching Taiwan in Script, Speech, and Performance

10 February 2025 Chee-Hann Wu

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.

Reimagining Education: The Shift Towards Southeast Asian Students in Taiwan’s Universities

7 February 2025 Adrian Chiu

Written by Chia-Yuan Huang. This article reviews the shift of the origins of international students in higher education in Taiwan from mainland China to Southeast Asian nations such as Vietnam, Indonesia and Malaysia in the past few years. This could be attributed to the New Southbound Policy of the Tsai Ing-wen’s administration. This trend calls for more targeted admission policies and internships and job opportunities.

Taiwan’s Investment Relocation in Response to the New Dynamism of Geopolitical Uncertainties

5 February 2025 Adrian Chiu

Written by Min-hua Chiang. This article examines the trend of Taiwan’s Outward Foreign Direct Investment (OFDI) amidst the geopolitical uncertainties. The declining reliance on China for manufacturing and the increasingly diversified economic links are expected to help Taiwan connect more closely with America and the rest of the world.

Indigenous Sovereignty Under Threat: The Fight Against Recent Legislative Setbacks in Taiwan

3 February 2025 Yu-Chen

Written by Indigenous Youth Front. This article examines the 2024 amendment to the Organization Act of the Council of Indigenous Peoples. It places this controversial amendment within the broader context of the long-term marginalisation of Indigenous peoples in political participation and advocates for actions that uphold genuine Indigenous self-determination.

2024 Taiwan Theatre Report: A Gray Area

31 January 2025 Chee-Hann Wu

Written by Yi-Ping Wu. The 2024 Taiwan Theatre Report analyses the trends in Taiwan’s theatre scene, highlighting the rising popularity of musicals and comedy while addressing the impact of the #MeToo movement. Finally, the government’s launch of the Taipei Theatre Awards signals institutional support, even as the industry faces challenges balancing commercial success with artistic and social responsibility.

The Spring of the Marginalised: Fostering Conversations between Czech and Taiwanese Literatures

29 January 2025 Chee-Hann Wu

Written by Li-Ting Chang. This article introduces the exhibition “The Spring of the Marginalised” and explores the burgeoning relationship between Czech and Taiwanese literature, emphasising their shared experiences of political oppression, and the role of translation and cultural exchange in fostering dialogue and understanding.

Winter Bluebirds: K-Pop in the Social Movement

27 January 2025 Chee-Hann Wu

Written by Chee-Hann Wu. his article examines the participation of K-pop fans in Taiwan’s new wave of the Bluebird Movement since December 2024, demonstrating how transnational fandom culture can intersect with social activism and serve as a vehicle for resisting perceived threats to democracy and personal freedoms.

Taiwan’s Just Transition: Findings from the 2024 Survey

24 January 2025 Yu-Chen

Written by Jiun-Da Lin and Kuei-Tien Chou. The Risk Society and Policy Research Centre at National Taiwan University have been conducting annual surveys on just transition. This article discusses the results of the latest survey in 2024, revealing Taiwanese citizens’ attitudes and understanding of climate change, Net-Zero policies, and their effects on economic inequality. This article further proposes policy recommendations based on the survey to enhance just transition.

Toward a Whole-of-Society Approach to Energy Transitions in Taiwan

22 January 2025 Yu-Chen

Written by Anthony Li. This article reviews how the government of Taiwan under President Lai Ching-te continued to lead the way in energy transitions in 2024. It discusses its energy policy and outlines the achievements as well as the challenges of how the central government mobilises local governments, solar energy companies, NGOs, and local communities for solar energy development.

Civic Efforts Fostering Rule of Law: Judicial Reform Foundation’s 2024 Recap and 2025 Aspirations 

20 January 2025 Yu-Chen

Written by Cheng-Ching Lin and Grace Huang. The Judicial Reform Foundation (JRF) unites dedicated allies from Taiwan’s civil society to advance judicial reform. This article highlights their efforts and achievements in 2024, as well as their outlook for 2025. Despite the challenges posed by political turmoil in parliament, JRF remains committed to fostering public engagement, rebuilding trust in democratic governance, and upholding the rule of law.

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