Social Movements

Details of Hong Kong National Security Law Revealed, New Office to Help Hongkongers Opened in Taiwan

Brian Hioe
The details of the new Hong Kong security law passed by China’s National People’s Congress became public at around 11 PM yesterday night. Although many were already fearing the worst, the details of the new law indicated even more stringent measures than previously anticipated. In the meantime, the Taiwanese government today officially unveiled a new office to assist Hongkongers in downtown Taipei today. It remains to be seen whether this office will be able to provide for Hongkongers in need of asylum in Taiwan... Read More
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After Passage of National Security Legislation, a Political Crackdown May Be Imminent in Hong Kong

Brian Hioe
National security legislation targeting Hong Kong was passed by China’s National People’s Congress this morning. It is believed that the new law, which criminalizes sedition, collusion with foreign forces, subversion of the government, and other charges, will have wide sweeping effects on Hong Kong’s political freedoms... Read More
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Arts/Culture

The National Museum of Taiwan History’s Use of Facebook During COVID-19 Pandemic

Susan Chang
The National Museum of Taiwan History was among one of the national museums to experience a significant decrease in visitor numbers as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. How can a museum that relies on in-person visitation, history exhibitions, and hands-on education programs stay connected with visitors during a global crisis? In particular, the museum responded by utilizing its Facebook page to stay connected with its visitors and moving some exhibitions and collections online... Read More
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Politics

To Develop International Ties, Taiwan Must Confront Xenophobia

Tristan Reynolds

Chinese Government Likely to Use Expulsion of Reporters to Attack the Tsai Administration

Brian Hioe

Corruption Charges Faced by Pingtung Mayor and Council Speaker Indicate KMT’s Continued Issues with Corruption

Brian Hioe

Forced Sterilization of Uighurs Raises Questions Regarding China’s Ethnic Minority Policy

Brian Hioe

Tatung Investment Controversy Leads to Conflict Between Sunflower Movement Figures

Brian Hioe

KMT Mocked After Failed Occupation of the Legislative Yuan Earlier This Week

Brian Hioe

International Affairs