Political Implication of Olympic Formula for Taiwanese Spectators in the Stands

Written by Junwei Yu. This article highlights the political implication of the Olympic Formula of Chinese Taipei for Taiwanese spectators in the stand. The IOC regulations for spectators are relatively vague and that allow different handling of Taiwanese fans in various Olympics and sports events. This article reviews these incidents amidst increasingly assertive Taiwanese identity.

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Taiwan in the Olympics: From ROC to Chinese Taipei

Written by Marcus P. Chu. This article reviews Taiwan’s journey of participation in the Olympics, from the representation of the ROC to Chinese Taipei. It highlights the Nagoya Resolution and Lausanne Agreement as fundamental to Taiwan’s participation. Such a formula is challenged by recent ongoing demands for name rectification, which raises questions about Taiwan’s future in the Olympics.

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Establishing a Digital Bill of Rights: Towards a Rule of Law Foundation Upholding Freedom and Democracy in The Digital Age 

Written by Grace Huang. The Judicial Reform Foundation of Taiwan is leading the development of a Digital Bill of Rights to protect people’s rights in an era of increasing surveillance and data exploitation. This Bill comprises ten articles addressing various aspects of digital rights and governance, aiming to empower citizens, regulate AI and data usage, and ensure democratic values remain central in shaping our digital future.

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Rethinking Data Sovereignty: From Regulating to Facilitating Utilisation

Written by Kai-Chih Chang. This article explores the evolving global data landscape and the challenges of data sovereignty. Although traditional notions of state jurisdiction over data remain relevant, the borderless nature of the internet necessitates a new regulatory framework that balances the needs and interests of businesses, governments, and other stakeholders to realise the multifaceted value of data in driving economic growth and innovation.

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Navigating data sovereignty: lessons for Taiwan

Written by Zach Meyers. The concept of data sovereignty presents challenges for Taiwan, which relies heavily on open digital trade. While Taiwan’s Personal Data Protection Act allows cross-border data transfers with some restrictions, it still faces difficulties in asserting its standards due to its smaller market size and reliance on larger economies. To navigate these challenges, Taiwan may benefit from supporting multilateral data standards and strengthening its role as a key tech partner globally.

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Taiwan’s Internet Governance: A Democratic Framework for Multistakeholder Participation and Global Connectivity 

Written by Anthony Lee. This article explores Taiwan’s Internet governance model, underlining its commitment to democratic principles and multistakeholder participation. Taiwan’s success in this area will depend on confronting challenges such as adapting to emerging technologies, ensuring privacy protection, and navigating geopolitical pressures while upholding democratic values and fostering international partnerships.

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The Most Critical Resilience Questions of Them All: Taiwan’s Undersea Cables  

Written by Charles Mok and Dr Kenny Huang. This article examines Taiwan’s critical reliance on its undersea cable system for digital resilience in the face of potential blockades and disruptions. It emphasises the need for Taiwan to enhance its strategy by expanding partnerships to position itself as a regional “transfer station” for digital traffic while fostering investment and cross-sector collaboration to strengthen its connectivity infrastructure.

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Tell a Taiwan Story to an American: A Recap at the Creative and Collaborative Workshop

Written by Dah-Wei (David) Yih. This article describes a workshop hosted at the NATSA conference that aimed to empower participants to communicate Taiwan’s significance to American audiences. The workshop emphasised Taiwan’s multifaceted importance to the United States, ranging from economic and geopolitical ties to shared democratic values and technological cooperation. It used interactive activities and facilitated discussions to help attendees understand why Taiwan matters and how to communicate this understanding to others effectively.

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Asian Migrants and Taiwanese Americans: A Dialogue on Identity, Activism, and History

Written by Panchen Lo, Pei-Chen Cheng, and Ssu-chieh Jessica Fan (University of Texas, Austin). This article details a panel discussion at the NATSA conference featuring three scholars who discussed the experiences and identities of Taiwanese Americans. The panel focused on the intersection of Cold War geopolitics, class, and the complicated process of identity formation. It critically examined how historical context, class, and racial narratives have shaped the lives and experiences of Taiwanese Americans.

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