Taiwan in 1992: on the verge of democracy

Article Abstract:

Important economic and political developments in Taiwan were discussed. Taiwan registered a real GNP growth rate of 6.42% in 1992, considered impressive in view of the ongoing world recession. Taiwan is following the principle of 'flexible diplomacy' in its relations with the mainland and western nations. Taiwan's internal politics was seen as moving towards complete democratization. Constitutional amendments have been enacted which will increase the power of the National Assembly. The elections of Dec 19, 1992 indicated a trend towards a two-party political system.

Political reform

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Taiwan in 1996: from euphoria to melodrama

Article Abstract:

The Republic of China on Taiwan experienced a number of significant political, economic and diplomatic developments in 1996. The major political event of the year was the holding of Taiwan's first popular presidential election. With regard to foreign affairs, the election further strained relations with China which, in turn, improved the island's security environment by alerting the US and Japan to the uncertainty of the Asia-Pacific security system. Economically, most indicators declined while Taiwan's ranking of global competitiveness fell sharply.

Economic development, Politics, 1996 AD

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Democracy and organized labor in Taiwan

Article Abstract:

Taiwan's democratic transition started in 1986. Since then, several social reforms, particularly in labor organization and labor activism, have occurred. Democratization has fostered the creation of autonomous unions and the staging of labor actions. However, the democratization and institutional differentiation of state and party have not been pro-labor. Taiwan's ruling political party should reevaluate its labor policy in the future to protect its political hold and the long term viability of capital reproduction.

Analysis, Social policy, Labor unions, Unionization, Nationalist Party of China (Taiwan)

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