The book highlights president Tsai Ing-wen's unique role in shaping Taiwan's new identity and strengthening its potential on the international stage. A kind of pun expressed in the formula of "democracy diplomacy" reflects what is the core of the policy practiced by its administration.

The presidency of Tsai Ing-wen coincided with momentous shifts in Taiwan's domestic and international affairs. On the back of a growing popular mandate, President Tsai sought to assert the autonomy and independence of Taiwan. These moves were mirrored by an increasing nationalization under the grip of Xi Jinping who asserted China's right to unify the island by force if necessary. These dynamics have propelled Taiwan to the limelight of international attention. This book offers a timely, detailed, and much needed analysis of the multitude of internal and external factors that have impacted the domestic and international affairs of Taiwan. The thoughtful and convincing analyses would be appreciated by policy-makers, think-tankers, and scholars alike. Professor Emilian Kavalski

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Lukasz Gacek, PhD, is an associate professor at the Institute of Middle and Far East of the Jagiellonian University in Krakow. His most notable work has revolved around China's energy and environmental policies. Rafal Kwiecinski, PhD, is an assistant professor at the Middle and Far East Institute of the Jagiellonian University in Krakow. His research focuses on China's foreign policy, international relations and security issues in East Asia. Ewa Trojnar, PhD, is an associate professor at the Institute of Middle and Far East of the Jagiellonian University in Krakow. In her academic interests she focuses on international relations in Asia. She is passionate about participating in international research groups and conducting field research in Asian countries.

Inhalt

Taiwan - China - democracy diplomacy - foreign policy - Tsai Ing-wen - Xi Jinping - Indo-Pacific region - New Southbound Policy - One China - One Country - Two Systems - 1992 Consensus - Democratic Progressive Party - Kuomintang - Communist Party of China - Chinese Dream - Belt and Road - COVID-19