Taiwan’s Gen Z voters want something new in Saturday’s election Once political outsiders, Taiwan’s Democratic Progressive Party is now seen as ‘establishment’ by younger voters. Al Jazeera · Jan 11, 2024
Postmasters prosecuted by CPS while Keir Starmer was in charge Spotlight on Labour leader after days of outrage at Paula Vennells and Ed Davey The Independent UK · Jan 10, 2024
Ko Wen-je: the provocative outsider who could tip Taiwan election balance Some say he lacks values, but the gaffe-prone former mayor is big online and many voters see him as a breath of fresh air The Guardian - UK · Jan 10, 2024
Taiwan Voters Face Flood Of Pro-China Disinformation From deepfakes to breathless TikTok videos, a wave of disinformation has hit Taiwan's voters ahead of Saturday's presidential election, aimed overwhelmingly at candidates China opposes. International Business Times · Jan 10, 2024
How Beijing uses economic coercion to try and sway Taiwan’s elections From pineapples to petrochemicals, Beijing uses trade to influence opinion, but analysts say it has little impact. Al Jazeera · Jan 9, 2024
Taiwanese election may determine whether Beijing opts to force the issue of reunification When the votes are being tallied in Taiwan’s presidential election, it won’t be only the 23.6 million inhabitants of the island eagerly awaiting a result – in Beijing and Washington, too, there will be some anxious faces. The Conversation · Jan 9, 2024
Cognitive warfare and weather balloons: China accused of using ‘all means’ to influence Taiwan vote With Beijing favouring the opposition candidate, the ruling DPP has accused China of interfering in presidential election The Guardian - UK · Jan 9, 2024
Taiwan Poll Frontrunner Hits Out At Beijing 'Interference' Taiwan's presidential election frontrunner on Tuesday accused Beijing of using "all means" to influence this weekend's crucial poll, which will set the course of cross-strait ties for the next four years. International Business Times · Jan 9, 2024
Is China preparing for a war over Taiwan, or has the west got it wrong? Here are the indicators At a time when Russia has been making gains in Ukraine and the Middle East appears to be on the brink of further regional conflict, a China-US military stand off is the last thing the world needs. The Conversation · Jan 8, 2024
4 things to know about Taiwan's 'crucial' election — and where the U.S. fits in Analysts say the presidential election will be "crucial" for the future of the Asian island and its relationships with both the United States and China. WEKU · Jan 8, 2024
Taiwan election: who are the candidates and what is at stake? Presidential vote will have far-reaching consequences and set tone for US-China relations The Guardian - UK · Jan 8, 2024
A poll with outsize importance: What to know about Taiwan’s election Taiwanese voters will choose their next president and legislature on January 13. China and the US will be watching. Al Jazeera · Jan 7, 2024
Taiwan Hits Campaign Fever Pitch In Final Weekend Before Poll Tens of thousands of people gathered in southern Taiwan for "Super Sunday" rallies by three presidential candidates making a final weekend push for votes before a crucial January 13 election. International Business Times · Jan 7, 2024
Taiwan braces for ‘big deal’ presidential election as China’s shadow looms Corruption and the cost of living have trumped concerns about a belligerent neighbour in close race for the presidency The Guardian - UK · Jan 7, 2024
The Guardian - UK · Jan 5, 2024 The Guardian view on Taiwan’s elections: applaud democracy in action Editorial: The outcome of a closely fought race will have repercussions beyond the island – but another contest this year is more critical
France 24 · Jan 5, 2024 Taiwan's 'White Terror' dictatorship still divides society As Taiwan heads to the polls for a presidential election on January 13, we look back at a dark chapter in the island's past. Almost 80 years ago, on February 28, 1947, tens of thousands of Taiwanese who had risen up against the government were murdered. It was the start…
Al Jazeera · Jan 4, 2024 The year of elections – Is 2024 democracy’s biggest test ever? Starting with Bangladesh, at least 50 nations will vote this year. Here are 10 key elections to watch.
Al Jazeera · Jan 4, 2024 Why temples are a top campaign stop in Taiwan’s election Temples help politicians meet local voters, but there are concerns some may be too close to Beijing.
The Guardian - UK · Jan 3, 2024 Taiwan’s ‘cat warrior’: former US envoy Hsiao Bi-khim hopes to be next vice-president The DPP hopes Hsiao’s contacts in Washington will help to convince voters that it can boost Taipei’s standing on the world stage and tackle China
Fortune · Jan 2, 2024 'Sacred mountain' TSMC becomes a flashpoint in Taiwan's election, as opposition blame China tensions for pushing the chipmaker to invest overseas A VP debate on Monday even included a reference to Taylor Swift, as one candidate claimed the singer is avoiding the island due to geopolitics.
Al Jazeera · Jan 2, 2024 US watching Taiwan elections closely as China reiterates claim to island Poll outcome will help set the tone for Washington-Beijing relations amid slight easing of tensions.
Al Jazeera · Jan 1, 2024 Taiwan’s Tsai Ing-wen says island’s future must be decided by its people Self-ruled Taiwan, which is claimed by Beijing, will go to the polls latest this month to choose a new president.
International Business Times · Jan 1, 2024 Taiwan's President Tsai Urges China To Seek 'Peaceful Coexistence' Taiwanese President Tsai Ing-wen expressed hopes on Monday for Taipei and Beijing to seek "long-term peaceful coexistence" and said future relations should be decided by Taiwan's "democratic procedures".
The Guardian - UK · Dec 30, 2023 Taiwan prepares to pick new president amid growing threat from China Outcome of election scheduled for 13 January could lead to vastly different scenarios with Beijing next year
Fortune · Dec 29, 2023 The U.S. presidential race isn’t the only election next year. Here are four in Asia that could also reshape global politics India, Indonesia, South Korea, and Taiwan all have important elections in the first half of 2024.