While Taiwan has largely stayed out of the spotlight, Trump’s actions have already made it more vulnerable.

Taiwan must contend not just with the prospect of a second Trump presidency, but with a broader U.S. shift towards weaker regional engagement. 

Although Taiwan’s president, Lai Ching-te, delivered a measured National Day speech, China is unlikely to ease its pressure campaign.

Chinese military flights near Taiwan have important implications for cross-strait stability.

Taiwan should not dismiss Donald Trump’s recent comments about the island.

Mounting scandals surrounding the Taiwan People's Party raise questions about its long term viability.

Taiwan’s six percent increase to its defense budget will add to concerns that the island is not doing enough to deter China and prepare for a conflict.

Despite China’s growing pressure, Taiwan has developed one of the world’s strongest democracies—one that will be increasingly tested in the coming years. 

TSMC’s $100 billion will significantly boost America’s semiconductor manufacturing industry but how it will shape US-Taiwan relations is an open question.