Taiwan and Philippines Indigenous Groups Find Solidarity in Opposing China
A delegation of Taiwanese indigenous peoples recently traveled to the Philippines, where they joined in the growing indigenous opposition to a China-funded irrigation project.
The 'Taiwan Model' of Adopting Human Rights Treaties Without UN Membership
Taiwan has earned plaudits for domesticated human rights reforms, but NGOs accuse successive administrations of failing to keep promises to do more.
OPINION: A Lack of Language Fluency Cannot Become a Basis of Identity
The controversy surrounding Japanese tennis star Naomi Osaka has parallels to opposition to Taiwan's plans to become a bilingual nation by 2030.
ANALYSIS: Tracking Disinformation, Trust and Security in Taiwan
Taiwan's battle against disinformation opens the door to familiar questions about the importance of freedom vs. security.
OPINION: Taiwan’s Traditional Thinking Hinders Its Plans for Economic Innovation
Taiwan wants to leap into the future of global tech innovation. It must start by addressing questions over the legacy of its authoritarian past.
London Sculpture Saga Keeps China's Bullying of Taiwan in the Spotlight
When China attempts to limit Taiwan's international space, it shows the rest of the world the mechanisms of the CCP's hostility.
Has Taiwan's Sunflower Movement Had a Wider International Effect?
Taiwan's 2014 Sunflower Movement has also influenced the country's diplomatic strategy.
INTERVIEW: Tobie Openshaw on Taiwan's Sunflowers, Indigenous Rights & Democracy
Videographer Tobie Openshaw on how his experiences in early adulthood shaped his life, his memories of the Sunflower Movement, and his ever-expanding list of projects.
Southeast Asian Workers Rally to Protest Sexual Abuse, Poor Labor Standards
Migrant workers gathered at Taipei Main Station on Sunday to protest the third-party brokerage system, sexual harassment of female workers, and the government's inaction in affirming human rights for Southeast Asian workers.
MALAYSIA: Women's Day Organizers Probed for Sedition After Controversy
At least seven Women's Day march organizers in Malaysia were told by police they could face sanctions for possible violations of the Sedition Act and Peaceful Assembly Act.
INTERVIEW: Ian Rowen on the Sunflower Movement and Youth Activism in Taiwan
Ian Rowen looks back on Taiwan's Sunflower Movement, five years after helping share the occupation of the Legislative Yuan with an international audience.
At Least 47 Killed, 90 Injured in Chemical Explosion in Eastern China
Dozens remain in critical condition following a massive blast at a pesticide plant in Jiangsu province.
Taiwan's Basic Income Movement Wants to Break Into the Mainstream
Can basic income save Taiwan? The movement has momentum thanks to some high-profile supporters.
US Human Rights Report Flags Exploitation of Taiwan’s Migrant Workers
The report was released just after a protest against increased work hours for fishermen.
Why 'Common Law' Proposals by Taiwan's Anti-LGBT Groups Are Unconstitutional
Anti-LGBT groups in Taiwan are playing a word game to contradict the mandates of the courts, the Cabinet, and the people.
Daguan Residents Hold Sit-in, Demand Answers 1 Week Before Eviction
Residents of Daguan Community, slated to be evicted on March 18, have not received answers from the government.
Philippines Official Cries Foul Over Han Kuo-yu's Use of Derogatory Term
Filipinos are upset both at Han Kuo-yu and at a larger culture of discrimination in Taiwan.
Women’s March Braves the Rain in Taipei, Tsai Touts Gender Equality
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