November 2018

Does Tsai’s Political Reshuffling Evidence A Lack Of Long-Term Planning For The DPP?

Brian Hioe
It may be that the strategy adopted by Taiwanese president Tsai Ing-Wen of calling back popular, high-profile DPP politicians to serve in her central administration is backfiring. Namely, Tsai’s actions threaten the ability of the DPP to develop and maintain political promising careers for its members for the sake of the party’s future and long-term sustainability...
EnglishNovember 2018Politics6 min read

Taiwan Continues Support Of Right-Wing Authoritarians In The Case Of Bolsonaro

Brian Hioe
The Taiwanese government continues its abysmal record of support for authoritarian regimes in the hopes that they will support Taiwan with congratulations issued by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs to recently elected Brazilian president Jair Bolsonaro on social media. Bolsonaro is a far-right wing firebrand and his election has raised concerns globally that Brazil will see resurgent authoritarianism under his presidency...
EnglishNovember 2018Politics5 min read