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Presents the February 2000 white paper by the People's Republic of China about the relations of Mainland China and Taiwan. China's basis and prerequisite for achieving peaceful reunification; Questions involving the One China Principle in cross-strait relations; Adherence to the One China principle in the international community. INSET: PRC White Paper....

Evaluates the various factors that influence the relationship between mainland China and Taiwan. Details on international factors; Factors originating in mainland China; Factors arising from developments within Taiwan.

Examines issues surrounding the national unity and territorial integrity of Taiwan. Significance of national reunification of China and Taiwan; Discussion on the civil war started by the Kuomintang; Position of the Chinese government regarding the settlement of the Taiwan question.

Presents an excerpt from China's national defense white paper published on July 28, 1998, which deals with China's strait relations with Taiwan.

Since the lifting of martial law in 1987, Taiwan has progressed toward one of Asia's most advanced democracies. This paper looks at the historical and socio-political circumstances and traces the global and domestic factors behind the transformation. Assuming that advanced levels of democratic governance can only be obtained through mediated social control over the state and the economy, the study explores whether democratic values and norms have become internalized and identifies the current caveats of further democratic development. More specifically, the paper argues that although Taiwan's democratization has been caused by external sovereignty-related factors, the discourse on national identity has repoliticzed the public political realm after decades of authoritarianism and led to the habitualization of democratic values and norms. The paper concludes with an assessment of the prospects for comprehensive and inclusive public participation in the shaping of Taiwan's political conditions. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

This paper compares the status of women in Chile and Taiwan in order to examine two research questions: First, what can explain Taiwan's considerably better record in enhancing the status of women? Second, what are the implications for the ongoing debate among global feminists about the effects of globalization on the status of women? Case studies of the two countries suggest that they are fairly similar in terms of progress on women's education and health, but that Taiwan has a very significant advantage in terms of women's employment status and political representation. Taiwan's better performance in these areas reflects its distinctive development pattern and electoral institutions, while the implications of the case studies for the nature of globalization's effects on the status of women are more complex and nuanced. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

This paper examines U.S. policy toward Taiwan and explores several proposals for change that an American administration may wish to consider. The author suggests that, while the United States should not overhaul its current relationship with Taiwan, some modest adjustments in policy may be warranted. [ABSTRACT FROM PUBLISHER]

Presents the text of a policy paper presented by Taiwan's Mainland Affairs Council Chairman Chang King-yuh at the National Unification Council meeting on July 22, 1998, which deals with the cross-strait relations between China and Taiwan.

Reviews Taiwan's 1994 primary elections. Selection of candidates; Process; Kuomintang; Democratic Progressive Party; Election of city mayor and governor.

This article attempts to decipher the meaning of Taiwan's January 2016 general elections by focusing on the factors that underscored the landslide victories by the opposition DPP party over the long-time ruling KMT. The ultimate aim is to answer the larger question of how to understand Taiwan's politics from the perspective of democratic theory. Two of the attributes that a true democracy must have are: (1) an opposition party loyal to the common weal of society, as opposed to the party's own egoistic interests; and (2) an independent free media. My study fails to find either in Taiwan under the shadows of DPP's maneuverings. [ABSTRACT FROM PUBLISHER]

The changes to the developmental state resulting from Taiwan's political liberalization and democratization have created a complex political-economic decision-making landscape that has affected the process of financial reforms. In this article, the author examines the impact that the changes in the nature of the Taiwanese state, institutions, and the increase in the number of important political actors have on financial liberalization and reforms that have been undertaken thus far, providing a theoretical framework to explain how institutional changes, the interactions of political actors, and changes in incentives in the political system can help one understand the politics of financial reform. Using this theoretical framework, the author examines the application of the theory to the Taiwan case in depth. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Since Chinese president Hu Jintao took office in March 2003, Beijing has gradually developed a new approach to the Taiwan issue. The new strategy appears to be “speak softly and carry a big stick” toward proponents of Taiwanese independence and relying on Washington to rein in the proindependence Democratic Progressive Party on the one hand, and, on the other hand, actively seeking reconciliation with the anti-independence Chinese Nationalist Party by offering economic benefits to Taiwan and making limited concessions on some difficult bilateral issues—including the sovereignty issue—to promote better economic and social relations and to undercut support for Taiwanese independence. Although the new approach has contributed to the current reconciliation, there is no change in Beijing's fundamental principles, and the current rapprochement is largely limited to the area of economic cooperation. The long-term impact of the rapid economic integration should not be underestimated. Taiwan may also become socially and culturally integrated with the People's Republic of China, and the foundation will be laid for eventual reunification. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Recent naval ship visits and exchanges of goodwill between China and Japan suggest an improvement in the two countries' bilateral relationship, which had been steadily deteriorating since the late 1990s. In the longer term, however, Sino-Japanese relations will likely be tested or constrained by five key sets of issues: (1) territorial and resource disputes, (2) nationalism and issues of mutual antipathy, (3) Taiwan's political status, (4) the rapid rise of China's military power, and (5) the U.S.-Japan security alliance. The manner in which these issues are managed or resolved will likely play a major role in shaping the Sino-Japanese relationship and thus the overall geopolitical environment in East Asia. A key complicating factor in the relationship, however, is the persistence of divergent worldviews: Chinese leaders appear to be more consistently persuaded by realist notions of international politics, whereas Japanese leaders tend to favor liberal-institutionalist values. The two countries may use these different lenses to view the same incident or issue, potentially creating misunderstanding and miscalculation. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The author examines the relationship between the Taiwanese government and organized crime. He argues that the government is relatively weak vis-à-vis organized crime, which has traditionally infiltrated the political system through elections and bureaucratic corruption. The weak anticrime apparatus and civil servants' and politicians' lack of ethical behavior provide fertile ground for political corruption to persist. Clean government's defenders include most prosecutors, court judges, media professionals, and social activists. But civil servants need to be educated on the values of public accountability, financial propriety, and personal ethics. Anticorruption bodies should be reformed, and a single authority should be vested with the necessary legal authority to curb graft in the private and public sectors. To improve its democratic image, Taiwan must consolidate its governmental capacity to control domestic crime and destroy the coalition between the heidao, money politics, and bureaucratic corruption. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

This article assesses the presidency of Taiwan's Chen Shui-bian from 2000, when he was elected the first non-Nationalist Party (Kuomintang or KMT) president to the present. Chen enjoyed broad support at home and abroad, but that soon changed. Three criteria are used to assess his presidency: governance (including political reform), the economy, and his handling of foreign and defense policy. The article concludes that while Chen faced a difficult situation, including having a weak mandate and a legislature controlled by a hostile opposition, he failed to show leadership and resorted to exploiting ethnic tensions. Gridlock resulted. Chen meanwhile saw economic decline and deteriorating relations with the United States and China. Finally, Chen succumbed to corruption. In short, Chen's presidency was a failed one. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

This article examines the long-term implications of the January 2007 launching of China's first successful antisatellite missile into space on China-U.S.-Taiwan relations. While the launch caused alarm across the Taiwan Strait, views in the United States were mixed as to whether the launch was the beginning of the militarization of space or a bid to force the United States to sign a treaty to avoid a costly arms race. The article examines these views in the context of historical tensions between China and the United States over Taiwan. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Examines the ingredients of the affinity between Japan and Taiwan. Implication of the multifaceted relationship for regional stability in East Asia; Discussion of the Japanese colonial legacy; Reasons for the reluctance of Taiwan to criticize Japan on historical issues.

Deals with an interpretation of the Asian financial crisis. Cause of the financial crisis; Comparison of the economic performance of Japan, South Korea and Taiwan; Similarities between the Japanese and the Korean innovation systems.

Explores the questions of whether the growing economic integration across the Taiwan Strait might help in overcoming the deadlock in high politics created by the views of the People's Republic of China and Republic of China on Taiwan on the issue of sovereignty. Theory of how growing integration and social communication create the bases for a community; Description of the economic and social processes linking Taiwan to China; Impact of the periodic crises between Beijing and Taipei.

Discusses how historical circumstances shaped the relationship of the U.S. with Taiwan and China. Changing attitudes of U.S. presidents towards China; Lobby efforts of Taiwan in the U.S.; Shape of post-Cold War alliances in the 21st century in light of the war on terrorism.

Discusses issues on the political mistrust between China, Taiwan and the U.S. Examination of the Communist Party of China's grand strategy; Analysis of the Chinese dilemma on whether to reveal its grand strategy to the U.S. and Taiwan; Speculations on the global hegemony sought by China.

Examines the theories on how Taiwan would handle the issue of its independence and sovereignty from China. Recognition of Taiwan's independence by China; Forceful integration of Taiwan into China; Comparison of Taiwan's state with that of Mongolia and Tibet.

Reflects on the political situation in Taiwan which affected the mass media industry. Analysis of the Taiwanese society; Effects of the constant social and political changes on mass media; Discussion on the principles adopted by newspaper publishers to be effective in delivering news reports.

Presents a brief history of the relations between the Chinese Mainland and Taiwan. Chronological survey of the relationship; Information on the indirect trade between China and Taiwan.

Focuses on the economic relations among Taiwan, China and the United States (US). Taiwan's investment in China; China's trade with the US; Chinese exports of Taiwanese products to the US; Conclusion.

Analyzes the political and economic condition of China after the death of Deng Xiaoping. Jiang Zemin as Deng's personal choice; Lawmaking in China; Political tensions happening in China; Brief information on how Taiwan became a part of China; Taiwan and the international community.

Examines the so-called dialectical games between the Chinese government and Taiwan led by President Lee Teng-hui. Theoretical background to the dialectical games played by the two countries; Analysis of Taiwan's relations with China; Evaluation of the activities by Taiwanese President Lee Teng-hui.

Discusses the development of Taiwan's commercial aircraft manufacturing industry and its impact on the overall economic development in the country. History of the Chinese aircraft industry; Reasons why Taiwan should focus on the aircraft manufacturing industry; Statistics on the aerospace industry in 1993.

Discusses the implications of Taiwan's democratization for its security. Features of the democratic peace theory; Democratization experience by Taiwan; Applications of the democratic peace theory on Taiwan; Four themes concerning democratization in Taiwan.

Discusses the differences in educational systems between the People's Republic of China on the mainland and the Republic of China in Taiwan. Fundamental concepts of Mao Zhedung's educational policy; Gap in educational investments; Effects of Mao's revolutionary education; Equality in educational opportunities; Vocational education in economic development.

Analyzes the outlook of commerce in the Chinese region that covers Guangdong province, Fujian province, Hong Kong and Taiwan. Evolution of special economic zones since 1980; Motivating factors for integration of the market economies; Economic and sociopolitical implications on China; Effects on American businessmen; Risks to investors.

Discusses the political overtones and ramifications of jet hijackings between Taiwan and China. Why hijackings occur; Motives of hijackers; Response of Taiwan and China; Agreement forged by Taiwan's Straits Exchange Foundation (SEF) and China's Association for Relations Across the Taiwan Straits (ARATS); Taiwan policy of dual recognition; Implicit recognition of China of Taiwan by signing the Agreement.

Discusses the significance of primary elections conducted by Taiwanese political parties to the democratization process in Taiwan. Taiwan's electoral trends; Origin of primaries in Taiwan; Procedures of primary elections; Effects of primaries; Implications from the United States' experience with primaries.

Analyzes the condition and morality of Taiwanese society through the criminal cases. Overview on the country's social condition; Changes in Taiwanese society; Materialism in Taiwanese society.

Assesses the actions taken by Taiwan Department of Interior Affairs in the revision of the law for the welfare of disabled people. Scope of the law which concerns disability; Purpose of the revision; Recommendations for the government in the establishment of disability law.

Deals with the acceleration of political reform in Taiwan with the repeal of martial law. Political goals which can be achieved with the lifting of the martial law; Significance of political reform; Assessment of the country's politics and government.

Supports the reform of government-owned businesses in Taiwan in 1987. Information on several state-run businesses; Problems in government monopolies; Analysis of the situation of government trading activities.