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Digital Cultivation: How Taiwan’s Video Games Transform Wuxia into Cultural ‘Internal Power’ (Part 1)

19 November 2024 Chee-Hann Wu

Written by Mark G. Murphy. This article explores how Taiwan’s video games use wuxia mythology to build cultural identity and soft power. The games weave local legends with historical events, focusing on themes of resistance, spiritual growth, and rootedness. The author argues that the practice of “cultivation” – developing inner strength – should be interpreted broadly, linking it to Taiwan’s cultural memory and landscapes. This allows players to engage deeply with Taiwanese culture, blending myth and real-world settings to reinforce collective identity and memory. Importantly, this means soft power becomes a kind of internal power, a key principle in wuxia philosophy.

What are the real questions behind “why Taiwan has no AAA games”?

18 November 2024 Chee-Hann Wu

Written by Chee-Hann Wu. This article centres on the popular topic of discussion on Taiwan’s lack of AAA games. It argues the necessity of such questions. Rather than focusing on the absence of AAA titles, the conversation should shift towards supporting and promoting the existing strengths of Taiwan’s game industry.

The Promise of a Return to Taiwan in Recent Election Campaigns: Federated States of Micronesia, Solomon Islands, and Honduras

15 November 2024 Yu-Chen

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.

“Be My Guest”: How Taiwan Is Using Social Media Influencers for International Engagement

13 November 2024 Yu-Chen

Written by Chiaoning Su. This article discusses how Taiwan is leveraging social media influencers for nation branding as part of its public diplomacy efforts. While current initiatives effectively promote Taiwan’s democratic values and openness, the government needs to address several key issues, such as defining a clear target audience, fostering bottom-up partnerships with foreign influencers, and navigating geopolitical challenges.

The Disinformation Chorus: How Taiwanese TV Talk Shows Push Chinese Propaganda

11 November 2024 Yu-Chen

Written by Wei-Ping Li. Taiwan’s political TV talk shows are a contested space in the fight against Chinese disinformation, with some hosts and guests spreading false information and AI tools being used to alter content and disseminate pro-China propaganda. To combat this, Taiwanese media must enforce stricter self-discipline, enhance collaboration with fact-checkers and researchers, and improve public awareness of disinformation’s effects.

Words of Influence: PRC terms and Taiwanese identity

8 November 2024 Yu-Chen

Written by Karen Huang. This article explores the growing use of PRC terms in Taiwan Mandarin and the social reactions to this trend. While some Taiwanese view this trend as a natural result of language contact, others perceive these terms as a form of cultural invasion. The debate among Taiwanese netizens reflects broader concerns about cultural identity, political influence from China, and the implications for younger generations in Taiwan.

On the Road: A Taiwan Literary Scholar’s Routes’ of Worlding Taiwan Literature

1 November 2024 Chee-Hann Wu

Written by Wei-ting Liou. This article focuses on the author’s experiences in “worlding” Taiwan literature through their academic work. This includes engaging with translation, examining Taiwanese American literature, and teaching English-taught courses on Taiwan literature and culture. The author believes these approaches can help reshape the conventional understanding of Taiwan literary studies.

Making Multiples: Translation in Contemporary Taiwanese Literature

30 October 2024 Chee-Hann Wu

Written by Aoife Cantrill. Translation plays a crucial role in contemporary Taiwan literature, reflecting the country’s complex history and linguistic diversity. This article examines how Taiwanese writers use translation not only to share their stories with the world but also to explore their own cultural identity and historical memory.

Lolita Reimagined: Fang Si-Chi’s Voice in the Story of Sexual Violence

28 October 2024 Chee-Hann Wu

Written by Yixin Xu. This article argues that the novel Fang Si-Chi’s First Love Paradise can be considered a significant contribution to the #MeToo movement and a literary counterpoint to Vladimir Nabokov’s Lolita. It highlights the novel’s unique perspective by focusing on the victim’s experience of sexual abuse and the complexities of her emotional response. The author emphasises how the novel challenges the romanticized portrayal of the predator in Lolita and exposes the devastating reality of sexual violence.

Fists of Identity: How Martial Arts Reflect the Complex Ties Between Taiwan and China

25 October 2024 Adrian Chiu

Written by Mark Gerard Murphy. This article reflects on the intersection of Chinese martial arts and nationalism in both Taiwan and Mainland China. It demonstrates how martial arts were closely tied to nationalist sentiments in different periods of history of both, but each followed distinct paths of development that reflected their respective cultural pride and national identity.

“Chinese Taipei” or “Team Taiwan”? Exploring Sport and National Identity in Contemporary Taiwan

23 October 2024 Adrian Chiu

Written by Daniel Yu-Kuei Sun. This article explores the usage of two terms representing Taiwan’s national team, “Team Chinese Taipei” or “Team Chunghwa” and “Team Taiwan”. It observes a gradual shift in traditional media outlets and social media platforms to use the latter. This identity was best articulate in baseball as it is a uniquely Taiwanese sport with marginal presence in Mainland China.

Don’t Let China Turn the Olympics into a Battleground for Nationalism

18 October 2024 Adrian Chiu

Written by Chieh-Ting Yeh. This articles argues that China has been exploiting the Olympic Games for its nationalism and as a battleground to squash Taiwan’s national status. It demonstrates how Taiwan stands as a stark contrast to China through embodying the values of the Olympic Games, including sportsmanship and resolving conflicts through mutual understanding.

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