1992 Consensus – The Diplomat

The Non-consensus Consensus of Taiwan’s Election

Sasha Chhabra — Fri, 02 Feb 2024 06:24:00 +0900

While there is plenty of daylight between the DPP and KMT, the two parties have converged on remarkably similar positions with regards to national sovereignty.

Taiwan’s Election Isn’t About War. It’s About Clarity.

Vincent Y. Chao — Fri, 01 Dec 2023 22:27:00 +0900

A spokesperson for DPP candidate William Lai pushes back on the KMT’s preferred framing of the presidential race.

Taiwan’s Presidential Slate Is Set for 2024

Brian Hioe — Thu, 18 May 2023 05:17:00 +0900

New Taipei mayor Hou Yu-ih, long considered the front-runner, was named as the presidential candidate of the opposition KMT.

Tsai Ing-wen Must Share the Blame for the Deterioration of Cross-Strait Relations

Dennis V. Hickey — Thu, 30 Mar 2023 21:46:00 +0900

Back in 2011, the Obama administration caught flak for leaking its fears about then-candidate Tsai’s cross-strait policy. In retrospect, it was right to be concerned.

Why Taiwan’s Main Opposition Party Can’t Shake Its Pro-China Stance

Chieh Yen — Wed, 18 Jan 2023 05:42:00 +0900

The KMT’s structure keeps it beholden to a group that is increasingly out of step with Taiwan’s general population on China and unification.

The 1992 Consensus: Why It Worked and Why It Fell Apart

Alyssa Resar — Mon, 18 Jul 2022 22:16:00 +0900

CCP and KMT negotiators sought to formulate a framework to manage the cross-strait relationship within what they recognized to be an “irresolvable conflict.”

Pay Attention to the KMT’s Chair Election

David G. Brown — Wed, 15 Sep 2021 22:45:00 +0900

The coming election may set the future course for the KMT, currently Taiwan’s main opposition party.

Taiwan’s KMT May Have a Serious ‘1992 Consensus’ Problem

Derek Grossman and Brandon Alexander Millan — Fri, 25 Sep 2020 11:47:00 +0900

Clinging to the consensus has won the party little respect from Beijing, while putting it out of step with the majority of Taiwanese opinion.

Can the KMT Reform – and Remain Relevant?

David G. Brown — Fri, 11 Sep 2020 05:00:00 +0900

A new leader has brought new ideas, including on the sensitive question of cross-strait relations, but the old guard remains entrenched.

Is the ‘1992 Consensus‘ Fading Away in the Taiwan Strait?

Derek Grossman — Tue, 02 Jun 2020 15:58:00 +0900

Beijing and Taipei‘s nebulous common understanding is not what it used to be.

Friend or Foe? Beijing Sizes up the KMT’s New Chair

Jo Kim — Tue, 17 Mar 2020 03:32:00 +0900

The CCP is taking a wait-and-see stance, but it has some cause to worry about Johnny Chiang.

Where Does China’s ‘One Country, Two Systems’ Stand in 2020?

Derek Grossman — Thu, 13 Feb 2020 23:21:00 +0900

The framework for governing Hong Kong and Macau – and, Beijing hopes, one day Taiwan – is battered but unbroken.

Is This the End of the 1992 Consensus?

Zihao Liu — Thu, 30 Jan 2020 00:39:00 +0900

The 1992 Consensus is being challenged by each of the three major forces shaping cross-strait relations: the DPP, the KMT, and Beijing.

Taiwan’s Presidential Frontrunners Just Tested Very Different Foreign Waters

Nick Aspinwall — Fri, 29 Mar 2019 21:52:00 +0900

President Tsai Ing-wen visited Taiwan’s Pacific diplomatic allies, while Han Kuo-yu stopped in Hong Kong, Macau, and China.

Taiwan Is Swept by the ‘Han Wave’

Nick Aspinwall — Fri, 15 Mar 2019 22:26:00 +0900

The populist mayor of Kaohsiung is a cultural phenomenon who looks set to make his presence known in Taiwan’s presidential race.

Is This the End of the ‘1992 Consensus’?

Gary Sands — Fri, 11 Jan 2019 00:05:00 +0900

Tsai Ing-wen is promoting her alternative 'Taiwan consensus,' but the KMT remains committed to the 1992 consensus.

Was It Wise for Tsai Ing-wen to Reject the ‘1992 Consensus’ Publicly?

Charlotte Gao — Fri, 04 Jan 2019 00:10:00 +0900

Taipei has to face the fact that it does not have much leverage to resist Beijing’s pressure now.

Taipei-Shanghai Forum Puts Ko Wen-je’s China Views Into Focus

Nick Aspinwall — Thu, 20 Dec 2018 03:33:00 +0900

City-to-city cross-strait exchanges circumvent the national DPP and appear to be popular among Taiwan’s incoming mayors.

Taiwan’s Voters Have Dealt a Brutal Blow to the Ruling DPP

Nick Aspinwall — Wed, 28 Nov 2018 02:59:00 +0900

The KMT rode a “blue wave” in an election more about local concerns than the influence of China or the U.S.

What Does the 1992 Consensus Mean to Citizens in Taiwan?

Austin Wang, Charles K.S. Wu, Yao-Yuan Yeh, & Fang-Yu Chen — Sat, 10 Nov 2018 01:22:00 +0900

Hint: it’s not what either Taiwan or China think it means.

One China, Two Interpretations, and the Third Alternative for Taiwan

Charles I-hsin Chen — Tue, 06 Nov 2018 23:56:00 +0900

The historic 2015 meeting between Xi Jinping and Ma Ying-jeou made a third alternative, beyond unification or separation, more likely.

Bypassing Tsai Ing-wen, China Offers Perks to Taiwan's People

Charlotte Gao — Wed, 28 Feb 2018 23:47:00 +0900

Beijing issues 31 detailed measures granting Taiwanese people equal treatment with mainlanders.

A Cross-Strait Chill? You Wouldn't Know It From Taiwan's Economic Data.

Shannon Tiezzi — Fri, 16 Feb 2018 06:33:00 +0900

Taiwan posted higher-than-expected growth in 2017, and is predicting solid numbers for this year as well.

Time To Shelve The 1992 Consensus

Shining Tan — Tue, 12 Dec 2017 23:10:00 +0900

The mainland should go beyond its carrot-and-stick strategy and seek a new consensus with Taiwan.

After the 19th Party Congress, Tsai Ing-wen Calls For Breakthrough With China

Charlotte Gao — Fri, 27 Oct 2017 15:24:00 +0900

China’s Taiwan Affairs Office says the “one China principle” is the political basis for ties.

Taiwan Calls for New Cross-Strait Relations After Xi’s Strong Speech

Charlotte Gao — Thu, 19 Oct 2017 15:19:00 +0900

China's president pressed Taiwan’s government to recognize the “1992 Consensus” at the 19th Party Congress.

The Taipei-Beijing 'Diplomatic Truce' Crumbles: What Next for Taiwan?

Ankit Panda — Wed, 21 Jun 2017 07:58:00 +0900

With Panama deciding to recognize the government in Beijing, Taiwan's list of diplomatic allies continues to shrink.

China's 2017 Work Report: Changes on Hong Kong, Taiwan, and the Global Order

Han Ze — Tue, 07 Mar 2017 23:10:00 +0900

Subtle changes in official rhetoric may have big ramifications in policymaking.

China's Xi Finally Speaks to Trump, Who Affirms US 'One China' Policy: Major Takeaways

Ankit Panda — Fri, 10 Feb 2017 13:28:00 +0900

Chinese President Xi Jinping and U.S. President Donald Trump finally speak.

Taiwan's Biggest Problems Are at Home (Not Across the Strait)

Pengqiao Lu — Thu, 17 Nov 2016 23:43:00 +0900

Domestic struggles, not cross-strait relations, are contributing to Tsai Ing-wen's falling approval ratings.

Tsai's Refusal to Affirm the 1992 Consensus Spells Trouble for Taiwan

Yeni Wong, Ho-I Wu, and Kent Wang — Fri, 26 Aug 2016 21:54:00 +0900

Unless Tsai makes a U-turn on the Consensus, cross-strait ties could crumble.

South China Sea Ruling: A Boost for Cross-Strait Relations?

Shang-su Wu — Sat, 16 Jul 2016 01:37:00 +0900

Taiwan and mainland China's similar positions on the South China Sea could provide the basis for a "2016 Consensus."

A One-Sided Consensus Slowly Falls to Pieces Across the Taiwan Strait

Katherine Wei — Mon, 04 Jul 2016 02:32:00 +0900

Taiwan may be ready for a new era in cross-strait ties, despite the economic difficulties that may bring.

The US and the 1992 Consensus

Eric Huang — Fri, 01 Jul 2016 00:39:00 +0900

Looking at the recent comments by AIT Chairman Raymond Burghardt.

Did China Just Kill Cross-Strait Relations?

Shannon Tiezzi — Sun, 26 Jun 2016 23:13:00 +0900

Beijing announces that it suspended cross-strait communications when Tsai Ing-wen assumed office.

Why Beijing Should Work With Tsai Ing-wen

Dalton Lin — Mon, 23 May 2016 08:32:00 +0900

Taiwan's new president showed goodwill toward Beijing in her inaugural address. The CCP should reciprocate.

Is the KMT Becoming a Fringe Party in Taiwan?

Liam Joel Han — Mon, 09 May 2016 19:33:00 +0900

After an election-day rout, the KMT seems to be moving farther away from public opinion.

KMT's Ousted Presidential Candidate Returns as Party Chair

Shannon Tiezzi — Tue, 29 Mar 2016 01:03:00 +0900

Hung Hsiu-chu is back -- now can she rebuild a fractured and damaged party?

A Formula for Beijing-Taipei Coexistence

Emily S. Chen — Wed, 24 Feb 2016 08:55:00 +0900

Would a passive non-denial of the one-China principle work for cross-strait relations?

Taiwan: 1992 Consensus on Shaky Ground

Bob Lee — Mon, 01 Feb 2016 22:45:00 +0900

It is time to remove the ambiguity.

Taiwan's Dilemmas and Challenges After the 2016 Election

Dingding Chen — Sat, 23 Jan 2016 03:22:00 +0900

Tsai Ing-wen may have won the election, but she faces a range of important challenges ahead.

How Will Mainland China Respond to Taiwan’s Elections?

Shannon Tiezzi — Thu, 21 Jan 2016 03:57:00 +0900

So far Beijing's response to the DPP victory has been mild, but cross-strait relations will never be quite the same.

Taiwan's Elections: What You Need to Know

Shannon Tiezzi — Sat, 16 Jan 2016 03:02:00 +0900

Taiwan heads to the polls on Saturday. Here's a rundown of who's running, what's at stake, and the latest predictions.

Taiwan's Elections: What to Watch For

Shannon Tiezzi — Wed, 06 Jan 2016 14:22:00 +0900

A look at the potential implications a DPP victory could have for Taiwan, mainland China, and the United States.

KMT Candidate to US: 'Cross-Strait Peace and Stability on the Line' in Taiwan Election

Shannon Tiezzi — Tue, 17 Nov 2015 06:05:00 +0900

KMT presidential candidate Eric Chu used his visit to the U.S. to question his opponent's plans for cross-strait ties.

What Does the Ma-Xi Meeting Mean for China, Taiwan and America?

Shannon Tiezzi — Wed, 11 Nov 2015 10:33:00 +0900

Dr. Robert Sutter discusses the ramifications the Ma-Xi meeting will have for cross-strait relations.

China and Taiwan Leaders Emphasize Kinship, 1992 Consensus in Historic Talks

Shannon Tiezzi — Sat, 07 Nov 2015 23:26:00 +0900

Much of what Ma Ying-jeou and Xi Jinping said was intended to influence a third party: DPP leader Tsai Ing-wen.

The Ma-Xi Meeting: What We Know So Far

Shannon Tiezzi — Thu, 05 Nov 2015 02:45:00 +0900

The who, what, when, where, how, and (most importantly) why of the historic meeting between Taiwan and China's leaders.

The Challenging Road for Taiwan’s Newest Presidential Candidate

Ricky Yeh — Sun, 19 Jul 2015 23:15:00 +0900

KMT candidate Hung Hsiu-chu faces an uphill battle, thanks to a controversial approach to cross-strait relations.

Taiwan Will Have a Female President in 2016

Shannon Tiezzi — Thu, 18 Jun 2015 04:21:00 +0900

For the first time ever, two female candidates will square off in Taiwan's presidential election.

Time for Taiwan's Opposition to Clarify Its Cross-Strait Policy

Lee Shih-Chuan — Sat, 13 Jun 2015 02:37:00 +0900

A nebulous position benefits no one.

Cross-Strait Relations: The DPP's Tightrope Walk

Shannon Tiezzi — Fri, 05 Jun 2015 00:51:00 +0900

During a U.S. tour, DPP presidential candidate Tsai Ing-wen kept a cautious approach to cross-strait issues.

The US Position on the ‘1992 Consensus’: Why it Matters

J. Michael Cole — Tue, 19 May 2015 22:29:00 +0900

Amid the discourse on Taiwan's future, it's important to be clear on the 1992 consensus.

Xi Urges Vigilance Against Taiwan Independence

Shannon Tiezzi — Thu, 05 Mar 2015 04:55:00 +0900

Xi denounced Taiwan independence and stressed the importance of the 1992 consensus in a veiled message to Taiwan's DPP.

Taiwan's DPP's Election Success: Brought to You by the 1992 Consensus

Dingding Chen — Fri, 19 Dec 2014 07:57:00 +0900

The ‘1992 consensus’ is behind the Democratic Progressive Party’s (DPP) big win in the local elections.

From Fujian, China's Xi Offers Economic Olive Branch to Taiwan

Shannon Tiezzi — Tue, 04 Nov 2014 03:40:00 +0900

Visiting Fujian province, Chinese President Xi Jinping emphasized healthy economic ties between Taiwan and the mainland.

No, Taiwan Is Not Ready For Political Talks With China

Shannon Tiezzi — Sat, 04 Jan 2014 05:35:00 +0900

There are reports that Ma Ying-jeou is interested in ending the political standoff with China. Don't believe it.

A Peace Agreement Between China and Taiwan?

Thu, 05 Sep 2013 22:04:00 +0900

With cross-strait ties warming, now might be the time to move forward on a peace deal.

Is Cross-Strait Honeymoon Over?

Tue, 27 Mar 2012 02:53:39 +0900

The leaderships in Taiwan and mainland China must be careful about raising expectations for engagement.