Written by Jan Knoerich. When looking at overseas investment in Taiwan, one might expect direct investments from mainland China to play an important role. Not
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Turkey-Taiwan relations: Opportunities and limitations
Written by Selcuk Colakoglu. During the early stages of the Cold War, Turkey was one of the many countries looking to recognise the Republic of China
Defending Taiwan against China’s united front
Written by Lauren Dickey. From the corridors of Canberra to Washington DC, the issue of Chinese influence in the domestic affairs of other countries has
Xi Jinping’s focus on power has an upside for Taiwan
Written by Mark Wenyi Lai. While Premier William Lai and his cabinet ministers have been bogged down here in Taiwan by the toilet paper price
The recognition imperative behind Taiwan’s diplomacy
Written by Colin Alexander. Taiwan’s recent drive towards greater participation in the World Health Organisation (WHO) provides an opportunity for a wider discussion about modern
Noise pollution in Taiwan in the age of PM2.5
Written by Jennifer Hsieh. In the past couple of years, PM2.5, or atmospheric particulate matter, has become a popular buzzword for environmental activism in Taiwan.
Taiwan’s official diplomatic relationships
Written by Joel Atkinson. In December 2016, the small African island state of Sao Tome and Principe cut diplomatic relations with Taiwan and recognised China. Panama followed
Does Taiwan need international recognition?
Written by Timothy Rich & Andi Dahmer. Whether using the criteria within the Montevideo Convention of 1933 or variations, Taiwan meets all basic requirements of internal
Reflections on a Golden Horse
Written by Chris Berry. In November of last year, I had the great honour of serving as a member of the final jury for the
Taiwan and missile defence: Current situation and future prospects
Written by Alex Calvo. No look at Taiwan’s security and defence policies, and at the balance of military power in the Strait, is complete without
Why Taiwan should be worried by ‘Emperor’ Xi Jinping
Written by Courtney Donovan Smith. With the announcement of the proposed changes to the Chinese constitution, the world has been rightfully alarmed by the section
China’s United Front Strategy and Taiwan
Written by June Teufel Dreyer. “United Front Work is an important magic weapon for the victory of the party’s cause.” Xi Jinping, October 2017 The Chinese
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