Politics of the Republic of China Commentary

Strait Talk

Ted Galen Carpenter | Jan 15, 2008
Some say the KMT victory in Taiwan’s legislative elections will put an end to rocky relations with the mainland. But the truth is both of Taiwan’s parties—as well as its people—have drifted far away from the regime in Beijing.

UN-real Assembly

J. Peter Pham | Sep 24, 2007
If the United Nations doesn't start looking more like the real world, it will be doomed to irrelevance.

Outlook for Continued Stability in the Taiwan Strait

Jeffrey A. Bader | Apr 07, 2004
The apparent election on March 20 of pro-independence candidate Chen Shui-bian to a second term as President of Taiwan raises serious questions about the future of cross-Strait peace and stability.

Dual Deterrence: A New Taiwan Strategy

Logan Wright | Mar 31, 2004
After an extremely narrow reelection victory, Taiwanese president Chen Shui-bian has revealed his true colors, indicating he will continue to advance the cause of Taiwan's independence.

Bush Still Doesn't Get It Right on Taiwan

Ted Galen Carpenter | Feb 04, 2004
President Bush made a startling change in Washington's Taiwan policy during a visit by Chinese premier Wen Jiabao in December.

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