OPINION: Tsai Has Only Herself to Blame If Marriage Equality Referendums Fail
Taiwan may be speeding towards an avoidable conflict between a judicial ruling and the popular vote.
OPINION: No Surprise as US Opposes Referendum on Taiwanese Independence
The recent debate among US policy thinkers has barely bothered to mention what Taiwanese people want.
Pre-Referenda LGBT Rights Rally Draws 100,000 in Taipei
Taiwan's LGBTQ rights movement is mobilizing ahead of referenda on marriage equality and gender equity education this Saturday.
OPINION: Taiwan's Hypocritical Refugee Policy Shows Its Ugly Face
The deportation of Filipino city councilor Ricardo Parojinog, coupled with Taiwan's backdoor agreement with Australia to treat refugees in Nauru detention camps, raise questions about Taiwan's lack of any coherent refugee policy.
Olympic Naming Rally Sets Stage for Taiwan Independence Vote
The planned referendum on whether to compete as Taiwan in the 2020 Olympics may be a test of support for an independence vote.
OPINION: A Taiwan Betel Nut Store Reveals a Deeper Culture of Insensitivity
The display of a Nazi swastika in a Wanhua betel nut store is no isolated incident, writes Brian Hioe.
OPINION: Time for Tsai to Use Her Momentum to Renew Taiwanese Identity
Now is the time for Tsai Ing-wen to leave her mark by driving a renewal of Taiwanese identity.
OPINION: EVA Air's Recent Scandals Are Just the Tip of the Iceberg
Taiwanese airlines have a long and sordid history of sexism and mistreatment of employees.
What's Next for Taiwan Independence Efforts After Olympic Referendum?
The fight for an independent Taiwan took a severe blow on Nov. 26 – or did it?
'Make China Lose Again': Taiwan Gets Love From the Polish Far-Right
Premier William Lai's decision to comment favorably on a pro-Taiwan video by a Polish fringe far-right group might not have been the best idea.
OPINION: Taiwan's Embrace of Brazil's Far-Right Jair Bolsonaro Is Shameful
Taiwan can't criticize China's authoritarianism while continuing its love affair with iron-fisted populists and tyrants.
Authors Jimmy Liao and Tian Er Swap Stories at the 2019 Taipei Book Fair
Taiwanese author Jimmy Liao and Chinese author Tian Er discussed their origins at Taipei's recently wrapped 2019 book fair.
Taiwan's Progressive Identity Shines Through Its Mainstream Rock
A dive into what it means to be Taiwanese with the rock band Fire EX.
ANALYSIS: Lee Ming-che's Release Is Being Complicated by Chinese Belligerence
Speculation that China would negotiate with the KMT for the quiet release of the Taiwanese democracy advocate feels like ancient history.
OPINION: US Diplomatic Recalls Should Not Inspire Taiwanese Confidence
The US recalled diplomats from countries that dropped recognition of Taiwan, but it’s anyone’s guess who is calling the shots in Washington.
Political Debate Goes Nuclear After Referendum Keeps Reactors Running
Taiwan voted to reverse a plan to phase out nuclear power by 2025, but nobody knows what comes next.
OPINION: Taiwan's 'Third Force' Parties Must Avoid a Rightward Shift
Falun Gong's campaign against the Democratic Socialists of America shows the potential for right-wing forces to co-opt anti-CCP sentiment in Taiwan.