2020/08/31 |
China’s 'Coercive Diplomacy' Backfires as Czech Delegation Visits Taiwan
In defiance of China, a delegation led by Czech Senate President Miloš Vystrčil, arrived in Taiwan on a six-day visit – the highest-level exchange between the two countries to cement economic and cultural ties.
2020/09/15 |
The Making of Prime Minister Suga
Shinzo Abe's “Mr. Fix-It” has the top job. Will he make his own mark in a country famed for its revolving door of PMs?
2020/09/24 |
Hong Kong Police Arrest Pro-Democracy Activist Joshua Wong
He was held for "unlawful assembly" during protests last year, his lawyers said. He was also reportedly charged with violating the anti-mask law — a ban placed on wearing masks in public.
2020/09/26 |
Why Is Singapore Falling Behind in Press Freedom?
Police in Singapore are investigating the New Naratif media outlet, founded by academic and athlete PJ Thum, for publishing unauthorized paid advertisements on Facebook during the July 2020 election campaign.
2020/09/29 |
A Middle Path Between Strategic Ambiguity and Clarity on Taiwan
The U.S.'s strategic ambiguity on Taiwan is outdated, but 'strategic clarity' may risk war. Policy makers ought to strike a balance.
2020/10/02 |
Trump, First Lady Test Positive for Covid-19
President Trump tested positive after months of playing down the seriousness of Covid-19.
2020/10/05 |
50 US Senators Push for Taiwan Trade Deal
As tensions have risen between Washington and Beijing over Covid-19, trade, human rights issues, and Chinese espionage, many lawmakers are looking to strengthen ties with Taiwan.
2020/10/07 |
Facing Criticism Over Covid-19 and Xinjiang, Chinese Leader Talks Up Archaeology
At a recent meeting of the Politburo of the Chinese Communist Party (CCP), Xi Jinping brought up how archaeology should serve the interests of the ruling party.
2020/10/08 |
KMT Reversal Prompts Fresh Chinese War Threat Against Taiwan
The Kuomintang has urged the government to actively pursue restoration of formal diplomatic ties with Washington, eliciting a bellicose response from Chinese state media.
2020/10/13 |
The KMT Is a House Divided
The spectacle of the KMT veering between China and the U.S. for improved relations is more than a story of simply being swayed by criticism from the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) or the press.
2020/11/18 |
Thailand: Dozens Injured in Violent Protests
Pro-democracy activists and security forces have clashed once again in Bangkok, with police using tear gas and water cannons laced with irritating chemicals to stop protesters from entering the country's parliament.
2020/11/23 |
Can Suga Lead on Japanese Foreign Policy?
Suga can be one of the many typical post-war premiers who focuses on domestic policy, but the regional security environment around Japan will not allow this indefinitely.
2020/12/02 |
Why RCEP Is a Big Deal
The RCEP trade deal, signed on November 15, shows deep commitments to trade liberalization and regional economic integration, but challenges to implement it lie ahead.
2020/12/18 |
ASEAN in the Driver’s Seat in the South China Sea
After decade-long disputes, what can we expect to see in South China Sea in the upcoming year?
2021/01/06 |
Tsai’s Poll Numbers Are on the Decline. Why?
With the poll figure inching closer to 50%, Tsai’s honeymoon period has seen its end, a foundation says.
2021/02/18 |
‘Maid to Queer’ Explores Desire and Queerness Among Hong Kong’s Indonesian Domestic Workers
Maid to Queer provides profound insight into how systems of migratory labor beget “productive possibilities of queerness and norm.”
2021/08/05 |
The Diplomatic Struggle Over Taiwan’s Name in the Olympics
The Taiwanese team can only compete under the name of Chinese Taipei in the Games. Some are trying to change that.