A fatal episode off Kinmen, a Taiwanese-controlled island, has become the latest occasion for Beijing to warn and test Taiwan’s president-elect.
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Shih Ming-teh, Defiant Activist for a Democratic Taiwan, Dies at 83
He spent 25 years in prison for campaigning for Taiwan’s independence and democratization. After his release, he led protests to oust one its presidents.
Who Is Lai Ching-te, Taiwan’s Next President?
A former doctor with a humble background, Mr. Lai is seen as more attuned to the mood of Taiwan’s people than to the perilous nuances of dealing with Beijing.
Why Taiwan’s Election Matters to the World
Tensions over the island’s status have flared repeatedly for decades, especially as Washington’s relationship with China has grown more strained.
China Failed to Sway Taiwan’s Election. What Happens Now?
Beijing loathes the new president, Lai Ching-te. He aims to protect the status quo with caution and American help, but tensions are likely to rise.
In Taiwan, Voters Choose President as China Tensions Loom
Taiwan’s vice president, whose party has emphasized the island’s sovereignty, defeated an opposition party that favors reviving engagement with China.
Taiwan Party, Reviled by China, Faces Test of its Staying Power
The Democratic Progressive Party has transformed Taiwan into a bastion against Chinese power. Now it is promising a mix of change and continuity.
Taiwan Election: Why It Matters, and What It Could Mean for U.S. and China
The vote for a new president could reshape the complicated, risky balance between Taiwan, China and the United States.
Taiwan Democracy Is Loud and Proud
At the island’s election rallies, warming up the crowd for candidates is crucial. “You have to light a fire in their hearts,” one host says.
Taiwan Raised an Alarm About a Chinese Satellite. Chaos Ensued.
A warning from Taiwan about a satellite, erroneously called a missile in English, raised concerns about Chinese harassment days before an election.