2020/05/12 |
OPINION: Paraguay May Trigger Diplomatic Avalanche for Taiwan
The Senate of Paraguay voted to maintain diplomatic recognition of Taiwan. But long-term prospects do not look bright.
2019/04/26 |
What Do Burkina Faso and eSwatini Tell Us About Taiwanese Diplomacy?
Taiwan lost one sub-Saharan African ally in 2018, but it's gripping tightly onto another.
2019/03/18 |
Solomon Islands May Be Considering a Diplomatic Switch From Taiwan to China
Prime Minister Rick Hou’s political party has said it will review Solomon Islands relations with Taiwan if elected, raising the possibility of a switch to China.
2019/01/29 |
Taiwan News: Wife of Jailed Activist Lee Ming-che Denied Visitation Until April
A daily breakdown of Taiwan's top stories and why they matter.
2019/01/21 |
Taiwan News: McDonald's China Affirms 'One China' Stance After Online Furor
A daily breakdown of Taiwan's top stories and why they matter.
2018/12/12 |
ANALYSIS: Taiwan's Diplomatic Struggle in Latin America
As the potential of a KMT government in 2020 looms large in the thinking of Latin American governments loyal to Taipei, the US has an important role to play in the continuance of Taiwan's diplomatic presence in the region.
2018/11/29 |
Unlikely Allies: A Case for Cooperation Between Taiwan and Iraqi Kurdistan
Where it counts, Taipei and autonomous Iraqi Kurdistan share more similarities than differences.
2018/11/12 |
The Curious Case of the US-Taiwan-Latin America Diplomatic Triangle
The US leverages the Taiwan-China situation to keep a firm grip on states in its own backyard.
2018/09/28 |
The 'Realist' Case for the US to Keep Supporting Taiwan
Some US commentators have called for the US to be 'realistic' and compromise with China on Taiwan. But supporting Taiwan is the truly realistic option.
2018/09/19 |
Taiwan News: MoFA Calls on Allies for UN Support, Monitors Vatican Ties
Your daily bulletin of Taiwan news, courtesy of ICRT.
2018/08/23 |
'Heartbreaking': Taiwan's Salvadorans Express Anger and Frustration at Diplomatic Rupture
Salvadorans in Taiwan reflect on their president's decision to switch diplomatic recognition to Beijing.
2018/08/22 |
Taiwan News: Tsai Condemns China, US Concerned After El Salvador Switches Ties
Your daily bulletin of Taiwan news, courtesy of ICRT.
2018/08/20 |
Meet the Monarchs and Dictators of Tsai Ing-wen’s ‘Alliance of Democratic Values’
How can Tsai Ing-wen possibly rope her 18 remaining diplomatic allies into a 'democratic coalition' to oppose China when they themselves are hardly functioning democracies?
2018/08/13 |
Taiwan Seeks to Pioneer ODA Financing Model with Haitian Power Grid Contract
Taiwan is shifting its diplomatic strategy to promote the economic development and welfare of its allies.
2018/05/25 |
Taiwan's GDP Is Three Times Larger than Its Diplomatic Allies' Combined
Taiwan's economic hold on its remaining diplomatic allies is tenuous at best.
2017/06/27 |
China's Taiwan Squeeze Continues: Trade Office in Ecuador Forced to Change Name
The name changes are widely seen as part of China's stepped-up efforts to pressure Taiwan since the administration of President Tsai Ing-wen took office.
2017/06/23 |
Panama Braces for Chinese Tourist Boom
Industry insiders expect red tape to be slashed, easing the way for more Chinese tourists to visit the Central American nation that straddles two oceans with its renowned canal.
2017/06/22 |
Business as Usual for Chinese Panamanians Despite Taiwan Rupture
A local historian sheds light on a history of disenfranchisement.