Category: Politics

Last week, Taiwan announced its Chinese Character of the Year for 2025. The character chosen by voters was 罷, meaning “recall” or “to dismiss.” Far from being a poetic or abstract choice, the character is a direct reflection of the political turmoil that defined much of Taiwan’s year. In 2025, the word recall was everywhere.… Continue reading Taiwan’s Character Of The Year 2025: 罷

When people think of Taiwan’s international relations, they often focus on its major partners like the United States or Japan, or its complex cross-strait relationship with China. But one of Taiwan’s most fascinating and heartwarming partnerships is actually with Somaliland, a self-declared republic in the Horn of Africa. Despite being separated by thousands of kilometers,… Continue reading Taiwan and Somaliland: Strategic Partners

It all started with a tweet. Or more precisely, a celebrity tweet, a few angry nationalists, and a lot of tea. What followed was something nobody quite expected: a pan-Asian, meme-powered movement that brought together young people from Taiwan, Hong Kong, Thailand, and Myanmar—each sipping their own version of milk tea, but all fighting for… Continue reading Brewing Solidarity: How the Milk Tea Alliance Became Asia’s Digital Front for Democracy

In the wake of Taiwan’s unprecedented recall campaign that aimed to unseat 31 opposition legislators, there’s one question many people are starting to ask: Are Taiwan’s recall laws helping democracy—or hurting it? This past weekend’s results were clear. All 24 constituencies that voted rejected the recalls. That’s a major blow for the civil groups and… Continue reading Are Taiwan’s Recall Laws Strengthening or Undermining Its Democracy?

The terms "One-China Principle" and "One-China Policy" often surface in discussions about international relations, particularly in the context of cross-strait relations between China and Taiwan. While they may sound similar, these terms have distinct meanings and implications for global diplomacy. In this article, we will clarify their differences and why understanding them is essential for… Continue reading What is the One-China Policy? How does it differ from the One-China Principle?

Taiwan's political landscape is as diverse and dynamic as its culture. The island nation, known for its vibrant democracy, boasts a multi-party system where various political parties compete for power. Each of these parties has a distinct identity, often encapsulated in their logos, which serve as visual representations of their ideologies, values, and histories. This… Continue reading Logos of Taiwan’s Main Political Parties

In the intricate world of international relations, the way Taiwan refers to China carries significant weight. It transcends mere words, reflecting deeply ingrained political ideologies and aspirations. So, does Taiwan call China "China" or "The Mainland"? Let's unravel the complexities of this terminology. Context: What Does “Mainland China” Refers to? Taiwan, officially the Republic of… Continue reading Does Taiwan Refers to China as “China” or “The Mainland”?