2019/06/15 |
Will Tsai Turn the Tables in the 2020 Election?
President Tsai is resurgent after facing down challenger William Lai in DPP primaries.
2019/05/08 |
All Bets Are Off: An Overview of Taiwan’s 2020 Presidential Primaries
Besides the DPP and KMT primaries, there is still a lot left at play to determine who the candidates will be in Taiwan’s 2020 presidential election.
2019/04/30 |
Taiwan's 2020 DPP Primary Puts Tsai Ing-wen and Party Unity Under Pressure
The DPP primary has devolved into a slugfest over procedure and party identity.
2019/03/27 |
DPP and KMT Presidential Controversies Reveal Depth of Party Factionalism
Both of Taiwan's major political parties face contentious presidential primaries in the coming months.
2019/03/20 |
William Lai Faces an Uphill Battle in His Primary Run Against President Tsai
The DPP party base is rallying around Tsai Ing-wen, meaning William Lai may struggle to find national support for his campaign.
2019/03/18 |
Polls Show Tsai Ing-wen's Chances at Winning Re-Election Are as Slim as Ever
Tsai Ing-wen is facing challenges from all sides. Polls show winning re-election in 2020 will be a tough task.
2019/03/18 |
Former Taiwan Premier William Lai Enters 2020 Presidential Race
In a surprising move, former Premier William Lai will challenge President Tsai Ing-wen in the upcoming DPP primary.
2019/01/24 |
OPINION: Tsai's Uninspiring Cabinet Choices Reveal a Dearth of DPP Talent
Tsai had an opportunity to elevate young, progressive DPP voices after her cabinet resigned en masse earlier this month. She failed to seize it.
2019/01/11 |
Su Tseng-chang Is Taiwan's New Premier as Lai's Cabinet Departs
Tsai Ing-wen has confirmed the appointment of Su, who served as Premier under Chen Shui-bian.
2019/01/11 |
Taiwan News: Premier Lai to Lead Mass Cabinet Resignations as Budget Is Passed
A daily breakdown of Taiwan's top stories and why they matter.
2019/01/10 |
By the Numbers: Is Taiwan Ready for English as a National Language?
Taiwan's drive to make English a national language enjoys public support but does not come without challenges.
2019/01/10 |
Tsai Ing-wen's Battle to Quell DPP Factionalism Is Not Over Yet
Despite the ascendance of Tsai ally Cho Jung-tai to DPP chair, the president still presides over a house divided.
2019/01/09 |
Taiwan News: Tsai Repeats Call for 'Taiwan Consensus,' Cabinet Set to Resign
A daily breakdown of Taiwan's top stories and why they matter.
2019/01/02 |
Taiwan News: DPP Debates 2020 Nominee, MAC Rips Chinese 'Political Formulas'
A daily breakdown of Taiwan's top stories and why they matter.
2019/01/01 |
Taiwan News: Govt Bolsters Swine Fever Defense, Xi to Give Speech on Taiwan
A daily breakdown of Taiwan's top stories and why they matter.
2018/12/06 |
Cabinet Says It Will Cancel Plan to Abolish Nuclear Energy by 2025
The DPP remains committed to phasing out nuclear power – but not by 2025.
2018/12/05 |
Taiwan News: Cabinet Touts Bilingual by 2030 Plan, Rejects Public Holidays
Your daily bulletin of Taiwan news, courtesy of ICRT.
2018/11/27 |
Taiwan News: KMT's Ting Calls for Nullification in Taipei Mayoral Election
Your daily bulletin of Taiwan news, courtesy of ICRT.