Catalyzed by a global polycrisis and associated disruptions, Taiwan and European countries have rapidly moved towards deepening their relations—resulting in a five-fold increase in engagement volume in recent years. Engagement is now delving into the more sensitive areas of security and defense cooperation. To ensure continued momentum, both sides need to invest in future-proofing their… Continue reading Eroding taboos in security cooperation between Taiwan and Europe
Escalating tensions in the Middle East are putting Taiwan’s vulnerability to external energy shocks under the spotlight. Given Taiwan’s near-total reliance on imported fuels, the crisis should serve as a warning signal for Taipei to reassess its energy policy, including its stance on nuclear power and strategic reserves. Picture source: Depositphotos. Escalating tensions in the Middle… Continue reading War in the Middle East and Taiwan’s energy diversification needs
Cheng Li-wun’s high-profile visit to China highlights deepening divisions within the KMT while underscoring Beijing’s evolving strategy of pairing political outreach with economic incentives. The trip also draws attention to Taiwan’s energy security, which may play a larger role in the upcoming local elections. Key takeaways: Cheng’s China outreach signals an ideological split within the… Continue reading KMT’s Cheng Li-wun in China: The new, the old, and the risky
Questions are being raise worldwide, including in Taiwan, about the credibility of U.S. economic, security, and other commitments under a more openly transactional “Donroe Doctrine.” As the World Economic Forum convenes in Davos, U.S. President Donald Trump’s announcement that he will impose tariffs on eight European allies – Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Norway, Sweden, the… Continue reading What does Trump’s Greenland grab mean for Taiwan?
Taiwan’s relations with Europe have gone through steady development over the past five years. Catalyzed by a series of global disruptions—the COVID-19 pandemic, Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, China’s growing assertiveness, Europe’s growing expectations fatigue towards China, and the U.S. shift toward a more mercantilist and transactional foreign policy—Europe’s relations with Taiwan have moved from the… Continue reading Old partners and new friends: Despite steady growth, Taiwan-Europe relations need ‘futureproofing’
