Taiwan and Hong Kong

Taiwan Can Do More to Promote Democracy By Incubating Activists Abroad in Election Campaigning

Michael Mo
Taiwan's election campaigns are undoubtedly vibrant among those in Asia. From carnivals with children’s playgrounds to rallies with music and dances, the vibe attracted people from Asia and all over the world to observe and feel democracy in action. Specifically, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs would announce the number of foreign groups and individuals who flew to the country to observe each presidential election...
EnglishJanuary 2023Politics8 min read

Will Restrictions Be Placed on the Basic Political Freedoms of Hongkongers in Taiwan?

Brian Hioe
A document posted on the National Immigration Agency website, specifying regulations on the rights of Hongkongers in Taiwan has caused consternation after being reported on by BBC. Though the document was quickly removed website, the document suggests restrictions on basic freedoms for Hongkongers in Taiwan, including restriction of the freedom of speech, freedom of political participation, and restriction of political assembly...
EnglishJanuary 2023Self-DeterminationSocial MovementsYouth Movements5 min read

Permanent Residency Plan for Hongkongers Delayed Due to Backlash from Pan-Green Legislators

Brian Hioe
Backlash from pan-Green legislators has led the Mainland Affairs Council to suspend a plan to allow individuals from Hong Kong and Macau to obtain permanent residency in Taiwan after five years on a work permit. What the incident shows is the dynamics regarding perceptions of Hong Kong in Taiwan at present. Namely, as democratic freedoms continue to deteriorate in Hong Kong, it is increasingly possible that Taiwan simply comes to treat Hong Kong as part of China–and Hongkongers as Chinese. The issue continues to be contested over, with members of the pan-Green camp having not reached a consensus on the issue...
EnglishMay 2022Self-DeterminationSocial MovementsYouth Movements8 min read