The Top 9 Night Markets in Kaohsiung (and one to avoid!) - Nickkembel Travels
A guide to the best night markets in Kaohsiung City, Taiwan, including famous food stalls, directions, and more!| Nickkembel Travels
China’s persistent use of maritime gray zone tactics poses a fundamental challenge to regional stability and the international order. These actions are designed to achieve strategic aims — territorial advancement and sovereignty erosion — without crossing the threshold of conventional armed conflict. Using ambiguity and indirect coercion, China seeks to “advance without attacking” and shape […] The post Confronting China’s pervasive maritime gray zone campaign appeared first on ...| SpaceNews
The post Decades-Ahead Forecasting of Disease Trend Leveling and Decline: Leveraging Birth-Cohort Effects appeared first on Association of Schools and Programs of Public Health (ASPPH).| Association of Schools and Programs of Public Health (ASPPH)
The world is closely watching the potential meeting between Trump and Xi Jinping, which could take place at the APEC summit at the end of October, as well as the formal state visit in January of next year. Undoubtedly, the top priority for both the U.S. and China is to ease tensions, with Washington even […] The post Taiwan Is for Sale appeared first on Modern Diplomacy.| Modern Diplomacy
A guide to the best night markets in Kaohsiung City, Taiwan, including famous food stalls, directions, and more!| Nickkembel Travels
Are you wondering where to stay in Jiufen? I rounded up a list of the best hotels in Jiufen, Taiwan for you to have a comfortable trip! The post Where to Stay in Jiufen 2026: 15 Best Hotels with Views! appeared first on Namaste to Nihao.|
For the Pacific Islands region (also known as Oceania), which includes countries like Fiji, Samoa, and Tuvalu, the Pacific Islands Forum (PIF) is undoubtedly the most important regional organization. PIF creates venues where Pacific Island countries gather to make and issue communal decisions on regional and international issues, and most of the Pacific’s significant statements on climate change, sovereignty, statehood, and a range of other matters are released through PIF. The annual PIF L...| Global Taiwan Institute
Before 1945, the most widely spoken language in Taiwan was Tâi-gí (also known as Taiwanese [台語] or Taiwanese Hokkien). It was used across many of Taiwan’s ethnic communities, especially Taiwan’s ethnic majority population (sometimes referred to as the “Holo” or “Hoklo” population). However, due to almost a century of language repression policies, Tâi-gí use has declined sharply. Over 60 percent of Taiwanese people believe Tâi-gí is at risk of becoming endangered, but onl...| Global Taiwan Institute
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Next steps: Campaigners and experts urge FPCC to sever ties with Russian coal and call on Taiwan to increase oversight.| Centre for Research on Energy and Clean Air (CREA)
Taiwan's defense strategy against a potential cross-strait invasion from China is widely known as the "porcupine defense," which aims to deny or significantly degrade a rapid ground assault. In a discussion hosted by Tom Galvin, Ying-Chie Hsieh and Pete Roongsang examine Taiwan’s “whole-of-society” resilience program. Their research focuses on three major defense policies enacted since 2022: strengthening the Reserve Component Initiative, reforming the military force structure and peopl...| War Room - U.S. Army War College
Find out what to eat at Keelung Night Market (Miaokou Night Market), Taiwan in this detailed guide written after Taiwan was reopened!| Nickkembel Travels
With the Vatican among the dwindling number of states that recognize Taiwan, President Ma Ying-jeou’s attendance at Pope Francis’s inaugural Mass is significant.| IHT Rendezvous
In 2024, the prosecutor's office set up its “black water task force” following a spate of illegal dumping incidents.| Environmental Science & Engineering Magazine
This guide is designed to equip everyone in Taiwan with vital safety information in case of crisis or emerengcy| Small Wars Journal by Arizona State University
Video interview: Anna Chen & Thomas Karat discuss the collapsing empire's desperate measures to maintain hegemony in the global Three Body Problem: US, Europe & China. Are we headed for world war?| Anna Chen – Renew the spirit, free the mind
In August this year, the Global Taiwan Institute (GTI) gathered ten analysts in Washington, DC as the “US-Taiwan Economic Relations Working Group” to discuss the challenges and opportunities facing the US-Taiwan economic relationship. This article compiles thoughtful insights from the working group, which convened for a one-day workshop to outline key priorities for policy makers in both the United States and Taiwan with the goal of ensuring continued benefits from the US-Taiwan economic ...| Global Taiwan Institute
The Regional Cooperation Economic Partnership (RCEP) is a major trade agreement featuring nations across the Indo-Pacific, with outsized representation from Southeast Asia. However, the RCEP has never included Taiwan. Considering Taiwan’s strong efforts to shift trade from China to Southeast Asia under the 2016 New Southbound Policy (NSP), RCEP members have few obvious economic reasons to exclude Taiwan. Rather, it is the People’s Republic of China’s (PRC) economic and political influen...| Global Taiwan Institute
In February 2025, Taiwan President Lai Ching-te (賴清德) outlined for the first time his vision for a “non-Red supply chain” (非紅供應鏈) that could be established among democratic societies to maintain technological leadership across a range of strategic sectors—and thereby reduce the geoeconomic leverage of the People’s Republic of China (PRC). The post Better Ahead Than Red: US-Taiwan Cooperation for Non-PRC Tech Supply Chains appeared first on Global Taiwan Institute.| Global Taiwan Institute
Explosions of missile strikes, civilian screams and bloody shores — this is the grim scenario that Chinese propaganda wishes to relay to the Taiwanese public, one in which “peaceful reunification” is the only path to avoid annihilation. Many Taiwanese fear that they are woefully unprepared for such a situation; three in ten residents express “no confidence” in their armed forces, while fewer than half that number report “strong confidence.”| Global Taiwan Institute
Written by Elissa Hunter-Dorans. This article reflects on how maternal and grandmaternal figures embody the preservation of Taiwanese and Gaelic. Through Tâigael, the author explores oral tradition…| Taiwan Insight
Sample mouthwatering Chinese-Burmese cuisine at Zhonghe Burma Street (aka Myanmar Street or Nanyang Sightseeing Food Street) by following this food tour!| Nickkembel Travels
Written by Hannah Stevens and Will Buckingham. The article introduces Tâigael: Stories from Taiwanese & Gaelic, a translation project linking two minoritised languages through English and Manda…| Taiwan Insight
Written by Eloise Phillips. This article examines the 2025 Taiwan–Guam cultural exchange, led by Taiwan’s National Museum of Prehistory, which wove song, canoe building, and shared practices into i…| Taiwan Insight
Ghost Month has started in Taiwan, so it’s a good time to consider the Taiwanese film Marry My Dead Body.The film’s premise is audacious: a macho, homophobic police officer, Wu Ming-han accidentall…| Optimistic Indie Roleplaying
China deploys 60 aircraft to spy on Taiwan’s Han Kuang 41 exercise, escalating tensions. Taiwan’s defense and global reactions highlight the growing threat. The post China deploys nearly 60 aircraft to spy on Taiwan’s exercise first appeared on BulgarianMilitary.com.| BulgarianMilitary.com
Republished from the Radio War Nerd subscriber newsletter. Subscribe to the Radio War Nerd podcast hosted by Gary Brecher & Mark Ames for podcasts, newsletters and more! It’s a full-time job, keeping track of the US/NATO campaign to start a fire somewhere on China’s borders. It’s...| THE EXILED – MANKIND'S ONLY ALTERNATIVE
Sunny Yi-Han Lin, an SEWF25 speaker, is on a mission to transform social entrepreneurship in the Mandarin-speaking world. As Founder and CEO of Social Enterprise Insights—the first hub of its kind—she has built a pioneering Mandarin online to offline platform that connects changemakers, nurtures talent and accelerates impact. In this interview, Sunny shares how her […] The post “Our model is about turning passive readers into active changemakers” — an interview Sunny Yi Han Lin ap...| SEWF
Written by Neeraj Mehra. This article discusses Taiwan’s untapped potential in India’s booming outbound tourism market, highlighting shared cultural ties, natural attractions, and democratic values…| Taiwan Insight
Written by Jess Marinaccio. This article examines how Taiwan’s post-1949 expansion into Pacific fisheries, amid shifting maritime laws and Pacific decolonisation, led to frequent illegal fishing in…| Taiwan Insight
As Taipei prepares against the threat of invasion from China, the islands’ domestic politics are increasingly divided.| New Statesman
Conor Browne says, “Widespread masking amongst the general public is not coming back. You know it and I know it.” The thing is, I don’t actually know that. Conor lives in Northern Ireland. Pretty m…| The Notes Which Do Not Fit
In late January, Mr. T, Baby T1.0, Baby T2.0 and I, along with my parents, my brother and his wife went back to Taiwan to visit our relatives. About 4 years| Tawcan
The fight for dominance in semiconductors, the 'chips' powering everything from smartphones and cloud servers to military systems, has become the centrepiece of global economic and geopolitical competition.| International Finance
FOUR TAIWANESE SOLDIERS WITH access to “extremely sensitive” secrets have received jail sentences for spying for Chinese intelligence, as Taiwanese authorities have warned of a sharp rise in Chinese espionage cases.| intelNews.org
In Taiwan, a licensed liquor merchant and his associates stand accused of bottling bootleg spirits in recycled Hennessy and Dalmore bottles — and selling them as the real thing. For a year, no one noticed.| Vino Joy News
On July 26, 24 Kuomintang (KMT, 國民黨) legislators and one Taiwan People’s Party (TPP, 民眾黨) mayor faced recall votes. This high number of recalls was without precedent in Taiwan’s recent political history. Although the number of legislators being recalled was abnormal, the right to recall elected officials in Taiwan is prominently featured in Taiwan’s election law Public Officials Election and Recall Act (POERA, 公職人員選舉罷免法). This article examines the backgroun...| Global Taiwan Institute
Last Updated on July 22, 2025 by Jade and Deeshen Wondering what to eat in Jiufen? Wondering where to eat in Jiufen? Tucked within the mist-kissed charm of Jiufen Old Street lies a gastronomic food heaven, where history whispers through cobblestone alleys. Join us on a culinary adventure through the Jiufen Taiwan (九份老街), one of […] The post What to eat in Jiufen Old Street (2024): 13 Best Food to Try appeared first on Namaste to Nihao.|
“Everyday War”, Taiwan’s collateral event for the 60th Venice Biennale at at the Palazzo delle Prigioni presented by the Taipei Fine Arts Museum, is a solo exhibition by pioneering Taiwanese video artist Yuan Goang-Ming, curated by Chinese-American curator Abby Chen. The show features old and new video works specially created for the Biennale, as well as a kinetic installation and sketches. Responding to the 60th Venice Biennale‘s curatorial theme, “Stranieri Ovunque – Foreigners ...| Art Spectacle Asia
Written by Raian Hossain & Ping-An Wei. This article offers a reflection on the motivations behind organising the first Early Career Scholars Workshop on Taiwan Studies, the key achievements of…| Taiwan Insight
Written by Sana Hashmi. This article discusses how the 2025 India-Pakistan conflict served as a critical case study for Taiwan, especially concerning a potential Chinese invasion. The author argues…| Taiwan Insight
A war with China over the island should be off the table (VIDEO)| Responsible Statecraft
Hundreds of billions of dollars have gone to aiding Taipei but geography is still the island's best defense| Responsible Statecraft
The post Montague Returns to Taiwan with Distribution from Overtop appeared first on Montague Bikes.| Montague Bikes
Written by Rose Kuo and Rachel Levine. The article is the first in this special issue in collaboration with the Center for Taiwan Studies (CTS) at the University of California, Santa Barbara. It re…| Taiwan Insight
In May 2024, Lai Ching-te was sworn in as the new president of Taiwan. Central to his campaign was rejecting any political claims to the island by mainland China (officially People’s Republic of China or PRC) and establishing a fully independent Taiwan.| Close Up Foundation
CLIENT PROMOTION SABA Sports proudly unveils a major brand evolution as it accelerates from regional dominance in Asia to global| IAG
“It says it’s doable for anyone of moderate fitness levels,” I said to my husband, looking at the guide to Taipei’s Elephant Mountain on my phone. “I should be fine.” These were famous last words for someone whose idea of... Read More » The post Elephant Mountain: A Top Experience in Taipei for Skyline Views appeared first on Stories My Suitcase Could Tell.| Stories My Suitcase Could Tell
Welcome to Part 3 and the final part of our 20-day Taiwan trip report. I hope you have enjoyed reading about our trip and seeing all the pictures so far.| Tawcan
Taipei is an incredible city full of culture, food, and exciting attractions, but what happens when the weather doesn’t cooperate? Thankfully, there are plenty of amazing places to visit and things to do indoors. If you’re wondering where to go in Taipei when raining, don’t worry—you can still have an amazing time exploring the city without […] The post Where to go in Taipei when it’s raining: Indoor things to do in Taipei first appeared on A Life Well Travelled. The post Where t...| A Life Well Travelled
Last week I shared the first three days of our Taiwan trip with a lot of pictures to give readers an idea of what our trip was about. Taiwan is very| Tawcan
As many of you know, years ago I created the word Tawcan by combining Taiwan and Canada (it should have been Taican but that’s not very original for me so I| Tawcan
Built for Speed & Crafts 2025: 150cc Street Tracker from NSMC x SMF... In Taiwan, there's a thriving custom scene around what are known as "white plate" motorcycles -- machines of 150cc or less, which are exempt from the high taxes and biannual safety inspections of larger bike| BikeBound
In all the focus on the big processors and the “AI race”, we often overlook the far less glamorous business of actually building compute systems. We have explored different parts of tha…| Digits to Dollars
President Donald Trump’s attempt to give America a major boost in the semiconductor/microchip industry goes through Taiwan. Trump’s administration is trying to get a merger completed between the New York-based manufacturer Globalfoundries and Taiwan-based United Microelectrics Corporation (UMC). But skepticism exists. Can the merger actually happen? Insiders believe it looks good. “Despite initial skepticism, sources […]| National File
I just spent a month in Taiwan doing research and other things. It was spent almost entirely in Taipei, so there wasn’t much time to go to the tea farms or anything. I did do some tea shopping, revisiting old haunts and finding new ones. A shop ran by someone who’s been there since he […]| A Tea Addict's Journal
The 16 dividend payouts added up to $8,287.55 which is a new monthly record for us! It’s pretty neat to start off the year with a monthly dividend income of| Tawcan
Travelling to Taiwan as a first-time traveller? Learn how to spend 3 weeks in Taiwan and see all the best highlights with my ultimate solo Taiwan itinerary.| ms travel solo
Pilots first heard about a Chinese live-fire naval exercise near Australia last week when already in the air, receiving messages that forced some to change paths through a busy air corridor, satellite text messages to and from pilots seen by Reuters show.| gCaptain
Taichung Second Market is one of the best attractions in the city. Follow my guide and learn about what to do, buy and eat at the Second Market.| ms travel solo
Follow my Taichung travel guide and learn all the best things to do in Taichung Taiwan while travelling to Central Taiwan as a solo traveller.| ms travel solo
Written by Dafydd Fell. The article traces the establishment of the Taiwan Studies Programme at SOAS and explores how it integrates Taiwan Studies courses with an extensive event program, including…| Taiwan Insight
Written by Yi-Ping Wu. The 2024 Taiwan Theatre Report analyses the trends in Taiwan’s theatre scene, highlighting the rising popularity of musicals and comedy while addressing the impact of t…| Taiwan Insight
Written by Li-Ting Chang. This article introduces the exhibition “The Spring of the Marginalised” and explores the burgeoning relationship between Czech and Taiwanese literature, emphas…| Taiwan Insight
Are you wondering how to spend a weekend in Taipei?| Illumelation
Taipei has it all—hidden temples, amazing food and a creative spirit. From dumplings to night markets, here are 10 best things to do in Taipei this 2025.| Illumelation
Follow my Kaohsiung food guide and find out what to eat in Kaohsiung and the best Kaohsiung restaurants where you can find these local specialties.| ms travel solo
Kaohsiung has numerous night markets scattered throughout the city. Follow my post and find out what to eat at the five best night markets in Kaohsiung Taiwan.| ms travel solo
Written by Chee-Hann Wu. his article examines the participation of K-pop fans in Taiwan’s new wave of the Bluebird Movement since December 2024, demonstrating how transnational fandom culture…| Taiwan Insight
Yesterday evening, at 10:02pm in Taiwan, Huang Lin-kai (黃麟凱) was executed summarily and unlawfully.| The Death Penalty Project
Taiwan dà il mal di testa alla Cina: ma non sarà miopia strategica? di Simona Maria Frigerio Da una parte abbiamo un Paese che si| IN THE NET
Over the past decade, the United States and Taiwan have begun working together to improve governance and bolster democracies in Asia. In 2015, they launched the Global Cooperation Training Framework (GCTF) as “a platform to utilize Taiwan’s strengths and expertise to address global issues of mutual concern” and provide training programs for officials and experts from countries in the Indo-Pacific region. Since then, the GCTF has held over 80 international workshops across a broad range ...| Global Taiwan Institute
There are two options for travelling from Chiayi to Alishan. Follow my post and see schedules and booking tips for taking the bus and train to Alishan solo.| ms travel solo
Follow my Taichung accommodation guide and find out which area is best for solo travellers and my honest reviews of 5 hostels and hotels in Taichung, Taiwan.| ms travel solo
Taiwan 7-11 food is some of the best I have ever had. Check out my top 10 must try food on the 7-Eleven menu in Taiwan and try them next time you are in Taiwan.| ms travel solo
Check out my review on Norden Ruder Hostel Taichung, a boutique hostel in Taichung, Taiwan, and find out why this is the best hostel for solo travellers.| ms travel solo
Getting a SIM card in Taiwan is very simple. Follow my post and find out how and where to buy a Taiwan SIM card for tourist with unlimited data in 2025.| ms travel solo
Eating at a night market is a highlight to any trip to Taiwan. Learn how you can sample the best Taiwanese food at my top 5 picks for best Taichung night market| ms travel solo
Written by Yi-Ting Lu. This article introduces and examines the “Safe Cycling” manual for school teachers and parents in Taiwan. The author argues that while it emphasises cyclists̵…| Taiwan Insight
Written by Yi-Yen Lim, Jui-Jan Chan and Chan-Yuan Wong. This article analyses the challenges and opportunities facing professional sports in Taiwan. Unlike Western models, Taiwanese teams heavily r…| Taiwan Insight
Un voyage à Jiufen, un véritable spectacle pour les yeux. Ça vaut le détour malgré les foules. Découvrez pourquoi dans ce guide pratique!| Moi, mes souliers
Former Taiwanese legislator Wang Jinping proposed a new cross-strait relations framework: "equal sovereignty, separate governance."| The News Lens International Edition
Qishan Old Street is a historical street in Qishan District of Kaohsiung City. Follow my post and find out all the things you can do, buy and eat in Qishan.| ms travel solo
Looking for the best travel apps for Taiwan? Discover 12 must-have apps every traveler needs to explore, navigate, and enjoy Taiwan with ease!| Hoponworld
Buckle up, because we're about to uncover some budget-friendly gems that might just be your next home. From affordable rents to wallet-friendly dining and transportation, these cities are termed "best buys" by experienced people on the internet looking to cut costs. Time is money, so let's get right into it, shall we? 1. Chiang Mai, Thailand| Expatsi
Follow my Tainan night market guide and find out which six best night markets in Tainan you must visit and what to eat at each night market.| ms travel solo
Wondering where to stay in Tainan for solo travellers? Follow my guide and learn about the best areas and my honest review for 6 different hotels in Tainan.| ms travel solo
Tainan is the oldest city in Taiwan and has an abundance of delicious food! Learn all the best things to do in Tainan City by following my Solo Tainan Guide.| ms travel solo
Follow my Tainan food guide and learn about all the best food in Tainan and where to find the local specialities in Tainan, also known as the city of snacks.| ms travel solo
Wondering where to stay in Kaohsiung, Taiwan? Follow my guide and learn about the three best areas to stay and my honest review for 6 different hotels.| ms travel solo
It was only 7pm, but the rain clouds that had been following me all week were making it seem much later in Tainan. I peered through the window of the car, wondering where the driver was taking me. We seemed to be heading down a dark, narrow one-way street where half the shops were shut. Did he have the right address, I wondered. Of course, I’ve stayed in a fair number of Taiwan’s boutique hotels. Most were hidden in octogenarian buildings […] The post U.I.J Hotel & Hostel: Viewing Tain...| Roamscapes
On my first visit to Kaohsiung (高雄市) in 2013, I barely saw anything of the harbor besides cargo ships and cranes. The only exception was the Kaohsiung Exhibition Center, then a brand-new building that opened onto a sliver of waterfront lawn - and was sealed off by construction hoarding on both sides. Fast-forward five years to 2019...and the entire Kaohsiung Harbor has been transformed. Today, with people jog and walk their dogs along the panoramic waterfront, while the harbor thrums| Roamscapes
Written by Yo-Ling Chen. The article discusses Taiwan’s anti-gender movement’s misuse of research to promote misinformation about public attitudes toward transgender rights. It focuses …| Taiwan Insight
The post PRESS RELEASE: Constitutional Court sets Taiwan on an irrevocable path to abolishing the death penalty appeared first on The Death Penalty Project.| The Death Penalty Project
Written by Yi-Ting Chung. Taiwan faces significant challenges amid global tensions. At the 2024 NATSA conference, FAPA discussed grassroots advocacy to enhance US-Taiwan relations, addressing misco…| Taiwan Insight
Written by Dah-Wei (David) Yih. This article describes a workshop hosted at the NATSA conference that aimed to empower participants to communicate Taiwan’s significance to American audiences.…| Taiwan Insight
Written by Panchen Lo, Pei-Chen Cheng, and Ssu-chieh Jessica Fan (University of Texas, Austin). This article details a panel discussion at the NATSA conference featuring three scholars who discusse…| Taiwan Insight
Written by Aaron Su and Chao-Kai Huang. This article highlights the need to move beyond simply representing Indigenous voices and towards a transformative approach that centres Indigenous perspecti…| Taiwan Insight
Written by Yu-Han Huang and Li-Ting Chang. This article is about the 30th NATSA Conference’s closing forum, which discussed the historical development of Taiwan Studies as a field, particular…| Taiwan Insight
