Published since 2019 by the Fair Winds Foundation and Association of Foreign Relations, Taiwan Weekly provides in-depth report and analysis of the major issues facing Taiwan.

Hou:Opposed to Both "One Country, Two Systems" and Taiwan Independence

Hou:Opposed to Both "One Country, Two Systems" and Taiwan Independence

As the 2024 presidential election approaches, the cross-strait stance of Mayor Hou Yu-ih of New Taipei has become a topic of concern for both sides of the political spectrum.

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Hidden Worries Behind Lai's Wishful Thinking

Hidden Worries Behind Lai's Wishful Thinking

In comparison to the presidential candidate nomination of the Kuomintang (KMT), which is currently embroiled in a stalemate between Mayor Hou Yu-ih of New Taipei and Terry Gou, founder of Hon Hai Precision Industry Company (Foxconn), the presidential candidate of the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP), William Lai, has already launched his campaign, with both online and physical activities in full swing.

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Rarely Seen, NCC Overruled!President Tsai Doesn't Seem Surprised

Rarely Seen, NCC Overruled!President Tsai Doesn't Seem Surprised

The decision by the National Communications Commission (NCC) to shut down CtiTV News was revoked on May 10 by the Taipei High Administrative Court.

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This Week in Taiwan 0507-0513

This Week in Taiwan 0507-0513

May 7: According to Bloomberg News, the administration of President Joe Biden in the United States is planning to use Presidential Drawdown Authority (PDA) to provide $500 million in arms aid to Taiwan, but the details remain unclear. The PDA provided the basis for emergency authorization by the United States to accelerate military aid to Ukraine and would be a first for Taiwan. During interpellation at the Foreign and National Defense Committee of the Legislative Yuan, Minister of National Defense Chiu Kuo-cheng stated that the $500 million in additional funding will be used to make up for deficiencies resulting from the delayed delivery of Taiwan's arms procurements.

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Four Major Trends Developing in 2024 Presidential Election

Four Major Trends Developing in 2024 Presidential Election

This Monday, United Daily News released an opinion poll on Taiwan’s presidential election which has attracted great attention.

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Why Premier Chen Wanted to Muffle Ma

Why Premier Chen Wanted to Muffle Ma

Recently former President Ma Ying-jeou went to Greece to attend an international conference.

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Chen Shui-bian's Petition a Heavy Blow to President Tsai

Chen Shui-bian's Petition a Heavy Blow to President Tsai

Former President Chen Shui-bian, who is on medical parole, recently traveled to Taipei to present a petition at the Presidential Office Building and the Legislative Yuan for his son, who is about to enter prison.

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This Week in Taiwan 0430-0506

This Week in Taiwan 0430-0506

April 30: Paraguay, Taiwan's remaining diplomatic ally in South America, held its presidential election. Colorado Party candidate Santiago Peña defeated the opposition party candidate Efraín Alegre of the Authentic Radical Liberal Party. Alegre stated prior to the election that he would review ties with Taipei, leaving diplomatic relations at stake in this election. The election results are expected to dispel concerns about Paraguay's potentially switching diplomatic recognition to mainland China.

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Mayor Hou's "Cup and Water Theory" Testing the Waters?Cross-strait Discourse Leaves Unanswered Questions

Mayor Hou's "Cup and Water Theory" Testing the Waters?Cross-strait Discourse Leaves Unanswered Questions

The time to nominate its presidential candidate is nearing for the Kuomintang (KMT).

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Presidential Contenders Offer Competing Theories on Cross-Strait Relations

Presidential Contenders Offer Competing Theories on Cross-Strait Relations

Potential presidential election candidates in Taiwan recently offered theories on how to conduct relations between Taiwan and China.

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