Taiwan Debates a Presidential Visit to the South China Sea

Taiwan Debates a Presidential Visit to the South China Sea

As Philippine-China tensions continue near the Second Thomas Shoal, Taiwan is now facing its own South China Sea dilemma. While Taiwan’s South China Sea issue is currently a domestic political matter, the outcome could have regional effects. Over the last several months, Taiwan lawmakers have publicly debated whether President Tsai Ing-wen should visit Itu Aba (Taiping Island … Read more

Nobody Enjoys Celebrating ‘Taiwan National Day’ 

Nobody Enjoys Celebrating ‘Taiwan National Day’ 

Advertisement The Republic of China, more commonly known as Taiwan, celebrated its 112th National Day on October 10. President Tsai Ing-wen was joined on stage by members of her administration, foreign dignitaries, and representatives from across Taiwan’s political spectrum for an annual ceremony in front of the Presidential Office Building. Missing from this group were … Read more