Supporters of President Lai Ching-te are protesting legislative amendments introduced by the opposition that would limit his authority.
Author: Amy Chang Chien and Chris Buckley
The Wild Card in Taiwan’s Election: Frustrated Young Voters
An important bloc for the governing party, the island’s youth are focusing on bread-and-butter issues and have helped propel the rise of an insurgent party.
China Flies Record Number of Military Planes Near Taiwan
Taiwan’s defense ministry criticized the uptick in Chinese military activity, saying Beijing should “stop such destructive unilateral actions.”
Lai Ching-te of Taiwan’s Visit to U.S. Will Be Closely Watched
An outspoken critic of Beijing, Lai Ching-te aims to reassure voters and Washington that he will be a safe pair of hands if elected.