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Lai’s Tougher Stance on Transnational Repression Has Taiwan’s Hong Kongers Optimistic

After 2019, Taiwan saw an influx of political refugees from Hong Kong. But even self-exile didn't guarantee safety.

19.02.2026 100

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James Baron

The Transnational Origins of Taiwan’s Semiconductor Industry

Donald Trump’s self-proclaimed “victory” in his chip war against Taipei is premised on a fundamental misunderstanding of how we got to where we are.

01.07.2025 4

The Diplomat

James Baron