Taiwan’s Future at a Crossroads: Seeking Stability and Security Amid U.S.-China Rivalry

The Republic of China (R.O.C), commonly known as Taiwan or Chinese Taipei in the Olympics, is a country without full international recognition, yet it has garnered significant attention on the global stage as a crucial political pawn between two superpowers- China and United States. The ongoing debate over the tendency of unification with China versus the pursuit of independence permeates all levels of society, from political parties and workplaces to schools and even family discussions. For Taiwanese people, this issue extends beyond being a subject of international discourse - it represents the fight to safeguard democracy and protect individual freedoms.