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William Lai

After the Election: Where Will Lai Lead Taiwan?

After the Election: Where Will Lai Lead Taiwan?

By Lev Nachman and Brian Hioe
Taiwanese voters have made their choice. Now it’s up to President-elect Lai Ching-te – and the reactions from Washington and Beijing – to shape the future.

Taiwan’s Election Has Big Ramifications for Energy Security

Taiwan’s Election Has Big Ramifications for Energy Security

By Yicheng Zhang and Morgan Peirce
Taiwan’s president-elect has a chance to reverse the government’s self-destructive nuclear phase-out.
When Will Cross-Strait Tourism Return to Normal?

When Will Cross-Strait Tourism Return to Normal?

By Kristian McGuire
Tourism between Taiwan and China has been heavily impacted by political tensions. What's the outlook under the Lai administration?

Taiwan’s New President-Elect Should Prioritize the Economy

Taiwan’s New President-Elect Should Prioritize the Economy

By Huynh Tam Sang
The greatest obstacle for the soon-to-be president of Taiwan is not the China threat, but rather economic concerns, particularly among young people.

Security in the Taiwan Strait Remains Uncertain After Lai’s Election

Security in the Taiwan Strait Remains Uncertain After Lai’s Election

By Rex Li
The relative peace in the Taiwan Strait is likely to continue in the next few months and possibly years, but that peace will be punctuated by tensions and crises.

Post-Election, Where Do Taiwan’s Political Parties Stand?

Post-Election, Where Do Taiwan’s Political Parties Stand?

By Shannon Tiezzi
Wei-Ting Yen of Franklin & Marshall College outlines the prospects for the DPP, KMT, and TPP after the 2024 polls.

China Warns Philippines Over President Marcos’ Taiwan Remarks

China Warns Philippines Over President Marcos’ Taiwan Remarks

By Sebastian Strangio
The Chinese Foreign Ministry claimed that the Philippine leader's message of congratulation to Lai Ching-te was "a serious violation of the One China principle."
Assessing Taiwan’s Presidential Election Results

Assessing Taiwan’s Presidential Election Results

By Mercy A. Kuo
Insights from Benjamin Tsai.

Philippine President Congratulates Lai Ching-te on Election as Taiwan’s President

Philippine President Congratulates Lai Ching-te on Election as Taiwan’s President

By Sebastian Strangio
Ferdinand Marcos Jr.'s statement, which is sure to irk Beijing, reflects Manila's recent moves toward greater unofficial engagement with Taipei.

Taiwan’s DPP Wins Presidency, Falls Short in Legislature

Taiwan’s DPP Wins Presidency, Falls Short in Legislature

By Brian Hioe
Lai Ching-te won with a plurality, largely due to a divided opposition. But the loss of the DPP's legislative majority is a warning sign for the party moving forward.

Taiwan’s January 2024 Elections: What You Need to Know 

Taiwan’s January 2024 Elections: What You Need to Know 

By Phillip C. Saunders
Introducing the three presidential candidates and reviewing four factors likely to shape the outcome.
‘Troublemaker’ and ‘Pawn’: US-related Narratives Amid Taiwan’s Presidential Election

‘Troublemaker’ and ‘Pawn’: US-related Narratives Amid Taiwan’s Presidential Election

By Yang Kuang-shun
Tropes attacking Taiwanese politicians for supposedly being alienated from – or being too close to – the U.S. have been common for decades. This election cycle is no exception.

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