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Amplifying the democratic polylogue: The case for Taiwan-Europe cooperation on regional and minority languages

Taiwan and Central and Eastern Europe should intensify their collaboration to protect regional and minority languages, recognizing the role of multilingualism in bolstering democratic resilience. Key takeaways: Taiwan and Poland’s transitions to democracy marked significant shifts in language policies, leading to the recognition and protection of marginalized languages like Hakka and Kashubian. The inclusive language… Continue reading Amplifying the democratic polylogue: The case for Taiwan-Europe cooperation on regional and minority languages

Embracing systemic rivalry: the new European Commission’s plans for EU-China relations

The guiding documents of the new Commission and the first interventions of the Commissioners in their parliamentary hearings point to a strengthening of the EU’s position towards China. Key takeaways: Von der Leyen’s assertive views on China will likely continue into her second term in the Commission. Among the Commissioners, the “Four on China” are… Continue reading Embracing systemic rivalry: the new European Commission’s plans for EU-China relations

EU and ASEAN must act to preserve unity amid authoritarian onslaughts

As authoritarianism rises, the EU and ASEAN face mounting challenges in maintaining unity and upholding fundamental values amidst internal discord and external pressures. Key takeaways: Hungary’s defiance of EU law, particularly in areas of human rights and democratic governance, has created significant tension within the EU, undermining its unity and forcing the bloc to consider… Continue reading EU and ASEAN must act to preserve unity amid authoritarian onslaughts

Why South Africa ordered Taiwan’s Office relocation—and paths to resolve the standoff

The South African government has called on Taiwan to relocate its representative office from the capital, Pretoria, to the commercial center of Johannesburg. While the South African government denies such claims, this shift is widely attributed to pressure from China. Since Tsai Ing-wen assumed office in 2016, Beijing has intensified efforts to undermine Taiwan’s official… Continue reading Why South Africa ordered Taiwan’s Office relocation—and paths to resolve the standoff

Taiwan between the nuclear phase out and tech growth goals

Taiwan faces an urgent challenge in balancing its energy security, climate goals, and high-tech industrial growth as it approaches the 2025 deadline for decommissioning its last nuclear power plant. Key takeaways: Taiwan’s commitment to a nuclear-free homeland and achieving net-zero emissions conflicts with its growing energy demands, driven by high-tech industries such as semiconductors and… Continue reading Taiwan between the nuclear phase out and tech growth goals

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Category: CEIAS Insights

Amplifying the democratic polylogue: The case for Taiwan-Europe cooperation on regional and minority languages

Embracing systemic rivalry: the new European Commission’s plans for EU-China relations

EU and ASEAN must act to preserve unity amid authoritarian onslaughts

Why South Africa ordered Taiwan’s Office relocation—and paths to resolve the standoff

Taiwan between the nuclear phase out and tech growth goals

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