Last updated on January 13th, 2024 at 03:03 pm
Taiwan’s presidential and parliamentary elections, scheduled for January 13, 2024, are taking place amid heightened tensions with China, which claims the self-governing island as part of its territory and has not ruled out the use of force to achieve unification.
Beijing has increased its military, diplomatic, and economic pressure on Taipei, while also conducting a campaign of influence and interference to sway the voters. The United States, Taiwan’s most important security partner and arms supplier, has also played a prominent role in the elections, by expressing support for Taiwan’s democracy and strengthening bilateral ties.
The three main candidates running for president have different views on how to deal with China and maintain cross-strait stability. They are:
The outcome of the elections will have significant implications for the future of cross-strait relations and regional security. A victory for Lai would likely mean a continuation of the current stalemate and confrontation with China, as well as a further deepening of Taiwan’s ties with the US and other democracies.
A victory for Hou would likely mean a revival of the cross-strait dialogue and exchanges that were in place under the previous KMT administration, as well as a more cautious and balanced approach to Taiwan’s relations with the US and China.
A victory for Ko would likely mean a more unpredictable and flexible approach to cross-strait relations, depending on the changing circumstances and opportunities. In any case, the next president of Taiwan will face the daunting challenge of managing the complex and dynamic relationship with China, while also safeguarding Taiwan’s democracy and security.
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