Understanding the relationship between mainland China and Taiwan
Sep 9, 2025 · The People’s Republic of China, a one-party state under the Chinese Communist Party, and Taiwan, a liberal democracy, have long had both a contentious and close …
China and Taiwan: A really simple guide - BBC
Jan 8, 2024 · But Taiwan sees itself as distinct from the Chinese mainland, with its own constitution and democratically-elected leaders. Taiwan has strong links to China, its biggest …
Taiwan does not want China's 'one country, two systems,' …
Oct 31, 2025 · HUKOU, Taiwan — Taiwan does not want China’s “one country, two systems” and must uphold its freedom and democracy, and resolve to defend itself, President Lai Ching-te …
Taiwan's new opposition leader takes over, warning against risk of ...
Nov 1, 2025 · Taiwan's new opposition leader took office on Saturday, warning of the risk of war with China and pledging to open a new era of peace with Beijing.
Why China-Taiwan Relations Are So Tense - Council on Foreign Relations
Mar 19, 2025 · Differences over Taiwan’s status have fueled rising tensions between the island and mainland. Taiwan is the likeliest potential flash point in U.S.-China relations.
How China Could Take Taiwan, Without Firing a Shot - TIME
Jul 29, 2025 · The risk of this becoming not just a China-Taiwan fight, but a direct confrontation between the world’s two superpowers is real. And frightening, even to the leaders around Xi …
Why China-Taiwan Tensions Are Rising Again, What You Need to …
Jul 15, 2025 · Tensions between the two sides have been simmering for decades, but recent developments—including sharp rhetoric from Beijing and military drills around the …
China’s Taiwan Dilemma: How Public Opinion Is Shifting Strategy …
Aug 19, 2025 · In the complex theater of international affairs, few issues generate as much intensity and global scrutiny as the future of Taiwan. Often framed through the binary lens of …
China and Taiwan | PBS News
Oct 8, 2025 · This week, China’s Xi Jinping and Russia’s Vladimir Putin inaugurated a “new era” of partnership, just before Taiwan inaugurates a new president on Monday.
Taiwan calls China 'foreign hostile force' and vows tough …
Mar 14, 2025 · In some of his strongest rhetoric yet amid worsening cross-strait ties, Taiwan leader Lai Ching-te has labelled China a "foreign hostile force".