Written by Jess Marinaccio. This article highlights the cases of the Federal States of Micronesia, Solomon Islands, and Honduras, where restoring diplomatic relations with Taiwan has become a talking point in election campaigns. While many analysts are concerned about Taiwan’s “diplomatic zero” situation, this article argues that the possibility of restoring broken diplomatic ties remains open for Taiwan’s recently departed allies.
Written by Jess Marinaccio. This article examines the 53rd Leaders Meeting of the Pacific Islands Forum, taking place from 26 to 30 August 2024. It highlights the several controversies that Taiwan was embroiled in during the Meeting, particularly in regard to Taiwan’s position as a PIF “development partner” despite objections from China.
Written by Elizabeth Frost. This article highlights Taiwan’s unfulfilled potential to gain international recognition through climate action. One possible reason is the gap between its impressive climate commitments and ineffective governance to make these commitments a reality. Effective climate governance can help Taiwan achieve its aim like other issue-based diplomacy.
Written by Eason Leung. This article examines the unofficial diplomacy of Taiwan in Eastern Europe. It identifies a flexible approach of Taiwan in dealing with various Eastern European nations – deepening ties with friendly nations such as Lithuania, Poland and the Czech Republic, while seeking trade and investments opportunities for countries with closer ties with China like Hungary.
Written by Jeremiah Reyes. This article highlights Taiwan’s strategy to gain diplomatic recognition, including dollar diplomacy, participation in international organisations and value-based diplomacy. It argues value-based diplomacy seems to be the most impactful especially when China becomes more hawkish. Taiwan’s experience offers lessons for other contested states.
Written by Mariah Thornton. This article presents an optimistic case for Taiwan-UK relations under the new government. Labour’s holistic view of security offers room for Taiwan to provide valuable technical insight and support. The new administration’s refreshed security commitments and Keir Starmer’s personal experience of visiting Taiwan will inform the government’s policy towards Taiwan.
