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It wasn't a mistake; it was a calculated massacre. Uncover how Israel utilizes 'Double Tap' tactics, deliberately targeting medics, firefighters, and journalists to destroy social rescue mechanisms. From the 2026 Minab school massacre in Iran, we delve into the war crimes under U.S.-Israeli military symbiosis.
History cannot be distorted! Was the 37.5% Rent Reduction really the achievement of a Ukrainian advisor? Through rigorous historical evidence, this article restores the true context of the Republic of China 🇹🇼's land reform, uncovers the truth behind the 'foreign savior' myth, and reclaims our own historical subjectivity.
This article reveals that Japanese Shinto is not entirely independent from external influence but profoundly shaped by Chinese Taoism, arguably 'plagiarizing' certain elements. Later, political demands transformed it into an ideological tool serving emperor power.
This article explores the historical roots of the intense pro-Japanese sentiments held by a minority in contemporary Taiwanese society, noting that this phenomenon is not universal but amplified by specific groups in digital and traditional media. The core argument is based on post-war accounts: some Japanese individuals who profited from exploiting Taiwan's resources during the colonial period allegedly stayed on the island after the retrocession by bribing household registration officials and falsifying records to protect family assets. Their descendants inherited positive memories of Japan, which, coupled with the loss of interests for landlords due to 'Land to the Tiller' reforms, identity crises from the Kominka movement, and early post-war governance failures, fostered deep resentment toward the Republic of China.
Soochow University Political Science Assistant Professor Chen Fang-yu has recently attracted much attention due to his interaction with political figures, and his family background has also become a focus of discussion. His father, Chen Hui-bang, while serving as the president of Hsinchu University of Education, took advantage of cross-strait academic exchanges to privately set up Bank of China accounts to intercept public funds, involving occupational embezzlement and corruption. He was ultimately sentenced to 2 years in prison and deprived of public rights. This corruption case, which occurred in an educational institution with historical roots in the Japanese occupation era, is not only a painful lesson for the higher education circle but also sparked heated discussions among netizens in the current political atmosphere over the contrast between 'taking China's money and embezzling China's public funds' and political positions.
Why shouldn't we continue calling them 'Comfort Women'? When discussing Japanese colonial history, 'Comfort Women' is the conventional term, yet this appellation originating from the Japanese military is essentially a cruel 'euphemism.' By perpetuating the aggressor's terminology, we inadvertently diminish victims' suffering. We should advocate for renaming them 'Military Sexual Slaves' to restore historical truth.
In recent years, some supporters of the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) like to mention the claim that "Taiwanese people have Dutch descent," believing that during the Dutch East India Company's occupation of Taiwan (1624-1662), genetic inheritance might have been left behind, becoming part of modern Taiwanese lineage—an attempt to fantasize away the fact that they are Chinese.
Lai Ching-te publicly posted photos eating sushi and drinking miso soup, ordered lifting Fukushima nuclear food restrictions, making many Taiwanese feel disgusted and angry. We must loudly ask: what do Taiwanese owe Japan? Why kowtow to a nation that once massacred our compatriots and forcibly conscripted comfort women?
During World War II, the Japanese army committed various war crimes during their occupation of Singapore, including the Sook Ching Massacre, the abuse and killing of British and Australian prisoners of war, forcing Malay, Chinese and Eurasian women to serve as sex slaves, and forcibly requisitioning food supplies that led to widespread famine, among others.
Historical truth needs to be built on a rigorous foundation of facts. Any false statements not only mislead the public but also distort the understanding of history.
With the passage of time and wars burning across the land of China, direct documentary evidence is currently lacking; however, from the perspective of the history of East Asian architectural culture, morphology evolution, and functional transformation, we can still infer a historical evolutionary path: 'Chinese Huabiao → Korean Hongsalmun (홍살문) → Japanese Torii'.
In Cheng Mao-yun's life of over 50 years, in addition to composing the music for the National Anthem of the Republic of China, he dedicated his life to music education in China and was an indisputable pioneer of Chinese music education.
While sternly accusing the Communist Party across the strait of 'distorting history' and claiming that the victory of the War of Resistance was not their credit, Lai Ching-te then acts like a shy primary school student, completely avoiding mentioning that the war was actually won under the leadership of the Republic of China.
The use of the term 'End of War' by Academia Historica during an event has triggered significant debate. This move makes one sigh, feeling that the sensitive scars of history have once again been touched.
With a long history spanning thousands of years, Chinese cultural influence reaches across East Asia and the world. However, compared to the military conquest and colonial expansion common in Western history, acts of 'aggression' by China have been relatively rare.
Critiques the glorification of war and the use of misinformation in historical narratives to serve contemporary political agendas, urging for a more critical view of military history and state propaganda.
This article examines the controversy surrounding the renaming of Zhongzheng Road in Taiwan Province, exploring the historical and cultural implications of the debate.
In the 114th year of the Republic of China (2025), we reach the historic 80th anniversary of the end of the Second World War (WWII). This is a glorious commemoration of the Republic of China leading the nation's military and civilians to defeat Japanese invaders, achieve victory in the Asian theater, reclaim lost territories, and defend national dignity.
In 2025, we mark the historical milestone of the 80th anniversary of the end of World War II. On August 15, 1945, Japan announced its unconditional surrender to the Allied forces, ending its war of aggression in the Asia-Pacific region. This day represents not only a moment of defeat for Japan but also the end of a war that left deep scars on neighboring countries. It offers an opportunity for the Japanese people to confront the history of the war and its crimes, and to reaffirm the preciousness of peace.
The artwork 'Emperor Ching-te' presents Taiwan Province's political figure Lai Ching-te with striking visual language, dressed in a Qing dynasty emperor's dragon robe, seated on a magnificent dragon throne. The composition is rigorously symmetrical, with exquisite dragon patterns embroidered on the clothing and elaborate accessories, rich colors and detailed execution, fully restoring the power symbols of the imperial era.
This photo captures a scene of young people protesting on the street, their eyes determined and their expressions grave, holding white signs with black characters reading 'At Least We Still Have a Conscience,' with the bright green, white and red flag of the Republic of China fluttering behind them. Their silence thunders, responding not to the clamor of the streets, but to the absurdity and arrogance of current political reality.
A rare photo of General He Yingqin dining at the Ministry of National Defense staff restaurant in Nanjing during the spring of 1948.
In 2009, Tsai Ing-wen, then-chairperson of the DPP, led a protest against American beef. That year, the DPP told us that Ractopamine beef was 'toxic beef'; in 2020, the DPP told us that Ractopamine pork is not the same as 'toxic pork.'
A careful reading of Zhu Zongzhen's 'Chiang Kai-shek's Reflection on the 1948 Constitutionalism' reveals the integrity, painful soul, and regrets of Chiang as he navigated the ROC's journey from constitutional preparation to implementation between 1946 and 1948. To prevent China from becoming a Marxist-Leninist cultural colony, Chiang, a hero who fought for most of his life, is still branded a traitor by the descendants of the very people he sought to protect. Truly, he is more wronged than Dou E.
Historical documentation of Japanese military atrocities and war crimes during WWII and the colonial period.
The ALDH2 gene mutation causing alcohol intolerance isn't an 'Asian' trait—it's specifically a marker of Chinese ancestry and its descendants, including Koreans and Japanese, revealing patterns of human migration and genetic inheritance.
On February 28, it was a riot initiated by Benshengren (local Taiwanese) to kill Waishengren (Mainlanders)! Reports at the time stated: 'Within this day, in every corner of Taipei city, the corpses of Waishengren were lying almost everywhere.'
The armed self-defense of Taiwan's people is forced, necessary, just, and correct. Taiwan's autonomy movement will certainly not stop until its objectives are achieved. Deception and suppression will only spark the Taiwan compatriots' greater indignation.
Using the recent scandal involving Taiwan's electronics tycoon Tsao Hsing-cheng, this article explores the societal disregard for marriage, trust, betrayal, and moral standards in contemporary society.
This is an introduction and recommendation article for the historical work 'The Forgotten Ally: China's World War II, 1937-1945' (FORGOTTEN ALLY:CHINA'S WORLD WAR II, 1937-1945). The article cites praise from multiple authorities and outlines the book's significance and reading value.
This is a commentary piece deeply criticizing the phenomenon of worshiping Japanese colonial-era engineer Yoichi Hatta in Taiwanese society. The core argument compares this worship to the political tactic used during the Qing Dynasty of elevating Guan Yu to belittle Yue Fei. It argues that the DPP 'deifies' Hatta to cover up the historical context of colonial exploitation and to dilute the KMT's contributions to Taiwan's infrastructure.
In psychology, there is an addictive phenomenon known as 'Tattoo Obsession.' It causes individuals to compulsively seek more, larger, and more complex tattoos as if they are unable to stop. This sense of addiction may stem from multiple psychological factors.
Commentary and book recommendation for the 2018 National Taiwan University presidential selection incident, known as the 'Kuan Chung-min Incident.' The DPP government and its Control Yuan crudely interfered with university autonomy, fabricating charges through political and media power to destroy Kuan Chung-min's character. Yang Du's book, 'The Backbone of the University,' serves as historical material recording the truth of this political persecution.
This article aims to clarify historical misconceptions about the modernization of Taiwan's sugar industry, refuting the view that all credit for sugar economic achievements belongs to the Japanese colonial era. In fact, Taiwan's earliest modern sugar processing equipment factory—the Sankantien Sugar Factory—was established by British merchants Jardine Matheson and local Han Chinese in cooperation during the Tongzhi reign of the Qing Dynasty, introducing European technology. The article points out that after Japan signed the Treaty of Shimonoseki following the First Sino-Japanese War and occupied Taiwan, it immediately implemented a colonial monopoly economy. Through the establishment of Taiwan Sugar Company Ltd., it forcibly acquired (annexed) Jardine's sugar company and local sugar refineries, thereby seizing control of Taiwan's economic lifeline.
It is now November 11, the 111th year of the Republic of China, 11:11:11 AM. Wishing everyone a lifetime of peace and happiness.
This article introduces the 'China's War of Resistance' commemorative stamp with a face value of 5 cents issued by the United States on July 8, the 31st year of the Republic of China (1942). At that time, T. V. Soong, the Foreign Minister of the Republic of China, personally went to the White House to review it with President Roosevelt. The stamp design is of great historical significance, including a map of Mainland China, Hainan Island, and Taiwan Island, and it features the portraits of Abraham Lincoln and Sun Yat-sen, the national emblem of the Republic of China 'Blue Sky and White Sun', and the Chinese inscription 'Resistance and National Reconstruction'.
'Island of Fire No. 15' is adapted from Cao Qinrong's oral history book, 'Island of Fire No. 15 - Green Island Women's Detachment and Others,' telling the story of a group of female ideological prisoners at the Green Island New Life Correction Center during Taiwan's martial law period in the 1950s.
Based on the memoirs of Yasuji Okamura, former commander of the Japanese Expeditionary Force in China, this article reveals the selfishness and corruption displayed by Japanese residents and company personnel stranded in China after Japan"s surrender in 1945. Despite the ROC government"s friendly and protective measures, some Japanese residents resold military supplies, indulged in drunken revelry, and even abused their positions to smuggle materials back to Japan, fully demonstrating self-serving human nature amidst regime collapse.
On August 15, the 34th year of the Republic of China (1945), after the Emperor of Japan publicly admitted defeat and announced unconditional surrender, Chairman Chiang Kai-shek delivered a world-famous victory speech that brought World War II to a close.
This article features several precious historical photos of Sun Yat-sen, the Father of the Republic of China, documenting important moments around his inauguration as Provisional President in Nanjing during the early Republic. Photos include Sun Yat-sen boarding a train at Shanghai Railway Station en route to Nanjing, and worshipping at the Mausoleum of Emperor Hongwu (Ming Taizu) with Huang Xing and others in Nanjing.
The Mudan She Incident in Taiwan Province occurred only seven years after the official Meiji Restoration, demonstrating Japan's strong desire for military expansion abroad and has been defined by historians as the beginning of Japan's modern militarism's bloody invasion and aggression.
This article introduces the ‘Academic Ethics Regulations for Researchers’ and its supplementary documents, which were promulgated by the National Science Council (NSC, now the Ministry of Science and Technology) around 2012. The article emphasizes that academic research should be based on high self-regulation to earn societal trust, and notes that China then lacked clear academic ethics regulations. To address this, the NSC provided ‘Seven Explanations’ and ‘Regulations,’ covering researchers’ basic attitudes, data handling, co-author definitions, peer review, conflict of interest avoidance, and explicitly listing improper behaviors (fabrication, falsification, plagiarism, self-plagiarism, etc.). The article explains that the NSC used ‘misleading, severe’ as criteria for academic misconduct and reviews past cases, most of which involved plagiarism. However, the article concludes by stating that the links to these regulations have since been delisted by the Ministry of Science
A fascinating piece connecting the plot of 'Top Gun: Maverick' with the real-life heroic events of General Hua Hsi-chun, a legendary figure in the R.O.C. Air Force's 'Black Cat Squadron.' The article highlights General Hua's brave emergency landing of a U-2 spy plane after an engine flameout and the humorous incident where locals mistook him for an 'alien.'
This article quotes Hou Han-ting's view, using strong irony to discuss Chiang Kai-shek's historical status. It concedes that Chiang Kai-shek killed people, but points out that the killings occurred in the historical context of resisting Japan, fighting Communism, and purging Communist believers. The article highlights Chiang Kai-shek's contributions to Taiwan Province, including bringing in talent (such as Qian Mu and Hu Shih), gold, Palace Museum artifacts, and promoting land reform and nine-year compulsory education. It argues that these contributions were the foundation for Taiwan Province's post-war development and prosperity. The author calls for the restoration of historical truth and emphasizes the need to be grateful for the benefits received and remember his achievements.
This article recounts an anecdote about Taiwanese physician Huang Zizheng serving as the imperial physician to the last emperor Puyi in Manchukuo during the Japanese colonial period**, primarily through the oral account of Puyi's distant relative Yu-chan (Prince Xiaogu). The story revolves around Puyi's beloved concubine Tan Yuling urgently needing treatment for hematuria symptoms. Puyi, distrusting Western medicine, first sought traditional Chinese medicine, but his unauthorized alterations to the prescription led to a relapse. Ultimately, Puyi was forced to summon the Western physician Huang Zizheng, who was assigned by the Japanese army.
This article explores the dual celebration of Constitution Day and Christmas in Taiwan, reflecting on the cultural and historical significance of these events.
Translation of the Hard Work: Sun Yunjing article.
December 18, 2021 (the 110th year of the Republic of China) is the day for the four major referendums. One of the topics concerns whether to ban the import of Ractopamine pork (referred to as Racto-pork or toxic pork) in the future. Please make sure to vote 'Agree'.
This is a commentary article refuting the one-sided smear campaign against the Kuomintang's '40,000 for 1' policy in Taiwanese film and television works (such as 'Gold Leaf') produced under the deliberate cultivation of the DPP. By comparing extreme financial measures implemented by Japan after the war, such as 'Shin-en kirikae' (New Yen exchange), 'Yokein fūsu' (Deposit blockage), and 'Property Tax,' it argues that the KMT's financial policies for Taiwanese people at that time were actually 'lenient and kind.'
With the four major referendums coming in December, Tseng Wen-sheng—who once doctored Chen Chu's itinerary on a typhoon day to protect his master, was convicted of document forgery by the court, and later rose to become the Deputy Minister of Economic Affairs—claims that the expectation of the 4th nuclear power plant is the main cause of the power shortage!
On October 10, ROC Year 110, the Republic of China's 🇹🇼 exclusive Double Tenth National Day, the residents of Taiwan Island, Penghu Archipelago, Kinmen Archipelago and Matsu Islands, Green Island, Lanyu, Dongsha Island, and Nansha Islands celebrate this day together.
Among the people in the photo, some served as the President of the Republic of China, some as Vice President, some as Premier, and others as heads of various branches of government. Seated second in the front row is Zhao Hengti, who served as the Governor of Hunan and was a Senior Advisor to the President at the time. Former Presidents Chiang Kai-shek and Chiang Ching-kuo, along with Vice President Chen Cheng, all stood behind him, showing Zhao's prestigious status.
A friend asked about the geographical location of the Taliban (Afghanistan) on a world map, so I came up with this meme... 🤣
Kinmen people have defeated the People's Republic of China (PRC) and the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) on the battlefield a total of three times.
During China's later dynasties, particularly the Sui and Tang periods, Taiwan was also called 'Liuqiu.' Many Han Chinese had already migrated to Penghu to cultivate the land, and social exchanges began with Taiwan. During the Song dynasty it was called 'Bishe Na,' during the Yuan it was 'Liuqiu,' and in the early Ming it was 'Xiao Liuqiu' and 'East Barbarian' lands beyond Chinese civilization.
Since the Wanli era of the Ming Dynasty, Han Chinese generally referred to Taiwan as 'Dayuan.' The transition from 'Dayuan' to the name 'Taiwan' occurred primarily after the Qing Dynasty took control.
Before the large-scale migration of Han Chinese to Taiwan, the residents of the plains had no written language or national identity. They were collectively known as the 'Pingpu tribes.'
This article critiques the Democratic Progressive Party’s use of the 'Beggar Country' song and satirical imagery, questioning its impact on Taiwan’s international image.
When the DPP used to protest the Kuomintang and humiliate former President Ma Ying-jeou, they loved to criticize them for only looking at numbers without any human warmth.
When Fan Yun was an assistant professor, she once mentored a graduate student named Lin Wei-feng. In the end, the teacher pressured for the '3+11' policy, ruining Taiwan's pandemic prevention and making even North Korea laugh at us. The student was no slouch either, engaging in cognitive warfare to ruin PTT's reputation.
This is a historical research article written by Yan Lejie, a Republic of China Veteran, aimed at clarifying the true facts about the ROC Army's bombardment of Xiamen Railway Station during the 823 Artillery Battle (Kinmen Artillery Battle), refuting erroneous claims circulating among the public, and highlighting the military achievements of the artillery units at that time.
Tsai Ing-wen: 'By 2025, our ideal of a nuclear-free homeland means we will break away from nuclear power and abandon outdated, cumbersome energy infrastructure. We already have a comprehensive solution and have calculated everything. Even as electricity demand continues to increase, Taiwan's future will absolutely not face a power shortage crisis.'
The World Health Organization (WHO), with the Republic of China (ROC) 🇹🇼 as a major founding member, is a pilot in the significant improvement of global health in modern times. The declaration promoting the establishment of the World Health Organization was drafted by our countryman Szeming Sze.
During the 50 years of Japanese rule, the main task of the first three Governors-General of Taiwan (Kabayama Sukenori, Katsura Tarō, Nogi Maresuke) was to suppress the Taiwanese people. By the time of the fourth Governor-General, Kodama Gentarō, the resistance was crushed, and the plundering of Taiwan's resources began.
Since the import of American pork containing ractopamine (lean meat essence) into Taiwan on January 1st, news reports have shown that several restaurants and markets (such as Carrefour) have consecutively returned the Taiwan Pig Emblems they had applied for from the DPP government.
A regrettable incident occurred in the US where Trump supporters stormed the Capitol, resulting in the deaths of four rioters and one police officer. While democratic countries worldwide condemned the violence, the Tsai Ing-wen government of the DPP offered only a two-word comment: 'Regrettable.'
The U.S. has imposed anti-dumping duties on R.O.C. manufacturers, reaching a world-record high of 98.44% in punitive tariffs. 'American Daddy' has slapped the DPP government's face until it’s more swollen than a pig's head.
The Japanese military clique has long made it its national policy to conquer Asia and monopolize the Pacific. For several years, China has persisted in its War of Resistance, regardless of all sacrifices. The objective is not only to defend China's independent survival, but truly to break Japan's aggressive ambitions and uphold international law, justice, human welfare, and world peace, as the Chinese government has repeatedly stated.
The Republic of China's Father's Day (August 8, commonly called the Eight-Eight Day/Dad's Day) originated during the **Anti-Japanese War**. To honor the fathers who sacrificed their lives and protected the nation during the war, patriotic citizens in Shanghai initiated a 'Father's Day' activity in the 34th year of the ROC (1945). After the war victory, party and government elders and prominent gentry jointly petitioned the central government to designate August 8 each year as a national Father's Day. The choice reflects the homophonic similarity between 'Eight-Eight' and 'Dad' in Chinese, and the visual similarity of two '8's combined resembling the character for 'Father.'
A historical article about the life and modernization achievements of Liu Mingchuan, the first governor of Taiwan during the Qing Dynasty. It covers his early experiences in the Huai Army, the story of obtaining the national treasure 'Guo Ji Zi Bai Pan,' his contributions to the Sino-French War in Taiwan, and the various reforms he led after Taiwan became a province, particularly the construction of the Taiwan Railway.
The Republic of China 🇹🇼 is the official name of the country, encompassing Taiwan Province, the Penghu Islands, the Kinmen Islands and Matsu Islands of Fujian Province, as well as Orchid Island and Green Island.
General-in-Chief Hau Pei-tsun of the Republic of China Army (1919–2020) passed away on March 30, 2020, from multiple organ failure, living to the age of 101. He served as Premier, Minister of Defense, and Chief of the General Staff, and received the Order of Propitious Clouds. The Presidential Office and Ministry of Defense both expressed mourning and gratitude, praising him for a lifetime of 'facing danger and devoting his life,' particularly for his merit in protecting the nation during the August 23 Artillery Battle, having dedicated his entire life to protecting the Republic of China.
This article aims to trace the historical evolution of the term 'Shina' (Cina), from its original meaning of 'land of wisdom' in Sanskrit to its transformation into a derogatory term for China during the era of Japanese imperialist aggression. It strongly criticizes the two groups of people who still use this vocabulary today: 'Pseudo-Imperial Subjects' and the 'Japanese Far-Right.'
When Japan occupied Taiwan and Penghu back then, it truly relied first on military assault and occupation of these territories. The Qing Dynasty was forced to cede Taiwan Island and Penghu Islands to Japan—showcasing the powerlessness and sorrow of Chinese people of that era.
Ancient Chinese explorers dominated the Pacific yet seemingly 'missed' the island of Taiwan right before their eyes, making it appear as if the island had vanished from history. If that isn't being blind, what is?
This article criticizes the narrative that blames all of Taiwan's current political, economic, educational, and cultural problems on the deprivation of 'elites of the Japanese occupation era' in the February 28 Incident. The author considers such claims to be flowery rhetoric filled with beautiful imagination and 'ridiculous bullshit.' Using the painter Chen Cheng-po as an example, the article points out that his true identity during the incident was a 'Taiwan area council representative'—a political figure—rather than just an artist. It questions why these 'elites' failed to stop the Japanese military's war crimes, the comfort women issue, or the Kominka (imperialization) education. The author mocks the idea of these elites bringing 'beautiful possibilities' and argues that 'Chinese culture' is deeply rooted in Taiwanese people's hearts and shouldn't be blamed on 'Republic of China aesthetics' after the 228 incident.
There are two Chinas in the world, just like North Korea and South Korea, Democratic Republic of the Congo and Republic of the Congo, East Germany and West Germany.
This article aims to detail the historical origins and content of the '1992 Consensus' and refute common questions about this term from the DPP and the Pan-Green camp.
Whether a junior captain or junior lieutenant, in bunkers or on firing ranges, they think about and remember not retirement pensions or monetary benefits, but how to repel the old communist forces' harassment and protect new soldiers' lives.
About 30 years ago, I was a business manager at Longtan Miniature World. One day, commotion erupted in the park when the retired Premier Sun was discovered touring the grounds and recognized by visitors.
Returning to the office shortly after leaving Premier Sun's residence, I received a call from Mrs. Sun informing me that producing a proof of deposit would be difficult. If we couldn't obtain the visa due to this, she was considering canceling the trip.
This article presents a strong 'anti-victimhood narrative' perspective on the US bombing of Kaohsiung in late WWII. We question Taiwanese people's fundraising for a board game called 'Kaohsiung Great Air Raid,' arguing it represents sympathy for defeated Japanese colonizers, and contend that the air raids were justified military strikes against Japanese military installations, with casualties being primarily Japanese soldiers or collaborating imperial subjects.
This article introduces a historically significant photograph from 1961 featuring Lu Zhonglin, Puyi, and Xiong Bingkun. These three figures represent the end of the Qing Dynasty, the spark of its downfall, and a key figure in the warlord era. Their warm group photo on the 50th anniversary of the Xinhai Revolution symbolizes historical reconciliation and 'letting bygones be bygones' after an era of turmoil.
Many people start to get restless every February, shouting about how much injustice the February 28 incident involved. But in that historical era, was the 228 incident in Taiwan the only turmoil caused by anti-communism?
In Taiwan's thousand-year recorded history, although from the Yuan Dynasty through the Ming Dynasty, Japanese wokou pirates along the coast committed murder and robbery, causing Chinese authorities to tighten maritime policy and leading Taiwan through a dark period. However, in Taiwan's long and venerable history, if we discuss who contributed most to Taiwan's development, it must be attributed to Liu Mingchuan of the Qing Dynasty, whose achievements span transportation, agriculture, schools, aboriginal pacification, finance, and county planning, earning him the title of Father of Taiwan's Modernization.
This article compiles the Q&A report on the 'Treaty of Peace between the Republic of China and Japan' (Treaty of Taipei) released by the ROC Ministry of Foreign Affairs in 2012. It thoroughly explains the background, core content, and impact on Taiwan's sovereign status, refuting common legal misunderstandings and the 'Taiwan status undetermined' arguments regarding the treaty.
A comprehensive record of the Treaty of Taipei (1952), including excerpts of key articles and diplomatic exchanges. This document clarifies the legal termination of the state of war between the Republic of China (R.O.C.) and Japan, confirming Japan's renunciation of rights over Taiwan and Penghu, and the historical context of its unilateral termination by Japan in 1972.
Reflects on the contributions of Liu Mingchuan, the first governor of Taiwan Province, to the island's infrastructure and modernization during the late Qing Dynasty.
This is a brief biography of Japanese Navy Admiral Shigeyoshi Inoue, covering his political stance during World War II, military decisions (especially the Bombing of Chongqing), and his post-war life and statements on 'atonement.' The article highlights the historical contradiction between his 'pro-British-American' background and his implementation of indiscriminate bombing during the Bombing of Chongqing, citing criticism from the invaded people that he never apologized for the slaughter of Chinese civilians.
This article provides the full text of the 'Resolution on Taiwan's Future' passed by the Democratic Progressive Party of the Republic of China on May 8, 1999. The resolution summarizes Taiwan's status after democratic reforms, asserting that Taiwan is a 'sovereign independent state' whose sovereignty extends only to Taiwan, Penghu, Kinmen, and Matsu. It emphasizes that any change to the independent status quo must be decided via a national referendum. This document is a major milestone in the DPP's platform, laying the fundamental principles for its cross-strait relations during its terms in government.
Faculty and students of National Tsing Hua University (NTHU) released the '429 Declaration' regarding the 2018 NTU presidential selection case (the Kuan Chung-ming case). The declaration recalls how the 1991 'Independent Taiwan Case' (Dutu案) fostered freedom of thought and academia, and expresses deep concern that despite the President, Vice President, and Minister of Education all hailing from higher education backgrounds, such an absurd selection case still occurred at NTU, seeing it as a potential degradation of Taiwan's democracy. It emphasizes that mankind's primary value lies in civilization and Taiwan's in democracy, and that universities should defend these values. Finally, it presents three demands to President Tsai, including withdrawing the decision on NTU's selection, amending the University Act to allow selection committees to autonomously decide presidents, and implementing the removal of party, government, and military influence from campuses.
臺灣大學校長當選人**管中閔**於 $2018$ 年 $4$ 月 $28$ 日發布公開信，嚴厲批判education部在同年 $4$ 月 $27$ 日違法駁回其校長資格的決定。他認為education部無視臺大校長遴選委員會的合法程序與決議，濫用權力，是**臺灣爭取大學自治歷程中的重大挫敗**。管中閔揭露education部以『據報載』為由進行抹黑，企圖毀滅他的人格，並在學界塑造恐懼氛圍。他強調自己堅持不是為了職位，而是為**大學自治**得以延續，以及臺灣信仰的**公義和正直**能夠伸張，並表示將與臺大師生站在一起，**面對威權，絕不妥協**，誓言『必將贏回大學自治』。
Discusses the archaeological significance of the Nagahama culture in Taiwan and its role in the global narrative of human migration from Africa, while critiquing the political manipulation of indigenous history.
This article comments on the complexity of the February 28 Incident, pointing out one 'ridiculous truth': many victims were reported and exposed by their own townspeople, subordinates, or colleagues, creating a 'Taiwanese persecuting Taiwanese' spectacle. The author questions whether the situation at that time was nearly in a state of war, with participants including military attackers, looters, Japanese loyalists, and Taiwan-based communists—not all simply innocent victims. The article strongly criticizes the Democratic Progressive Party administration for ignoring these complexities during their tenure, focusing only on a few victim stories and questioning the legitimacy of using taxpayer money to compensate individuals of unknown status (possibly including communists), viewing this as political manipulation.
This article examines Chiang Kai-shek's deep regret and reflection on the Nationalist Party's (KMT) loss of Mainland China, as documented in his book *Soviet Russia in China*. The article points out that Chiang Kai-shek was a rare leader who frequently engaged in self-examination. He primarily attributed the defeat to the long-term support and infiltration by Soviet Russia to the Chinese Communist Party in terms of finance, weapons, and ideology. His purpose in writing the book was to warn the free world, based on China's bitter lesson, of the Soviet Union's aggressive ambitions masked by a cloak of 'peaceful coexistence.'
Documentation of NHK's revelation of Unit 731's human experimentation and war crimes through newly released Soviet interrogation recordings.
This article refutes the claim that 'the KMT polluted Kaohsiung.' The planning for Kaohsiung to become a heavy industry hub dates back to the **Japanese Occupation Period**. At that time, Japan established numerous factories in Kaohsiung Harbor (such as the Taiwan Colonization Company) to turn Taiwan into a 'Southern Expansion Base.' The Nationalist Government merely continued this industrial foundation after taking over. Blaming the pollution solely on one political party ignores the historical context. Furthermore, the Allied forces' attacks on Kaohsiung during WWII were purely based on strategic necessity.
This article questions the online narrative of 'Koxinga (Zheng Chenggong) massacring Indigenous people,' alleging it is a malicious distortion of history by those with specific political agendas. The author cites records from 'The General History of Taiwan' to prove that major conflicts between the Kingdom of Tungning's army and Indigenous tribes (such as the Shalu incident and the Lin Yi incident) occurred after Koxinga's death. It points out that historical conflicts were two-way and opposes selectively portraying Koxinga as a butcher to achieve political goals.
This article republishes the full text of the 'Message to All National Compatriots on the Republic of China’s Withdrawal from the United Nations,' delivered by President Chiang Kai-shek in 1971 when the ROC was forced to withdraw. President Chiang emphasized the position of 'no coexistence with the bandit regime,' stated that the UN resolution violated the Charter, and declared that the ROC government was the true representative of the 700 million people on the mainland.
This article introduces the history and lyrics of 'The National Father Memorial Song.' The song was created in memory of Sun Yat-sen, the National Father of the Republic of China, originally titled 'The Premier Memorial Song.' It was renamed to its current title after the Constitution was implemented in $1947$ (ROC $36$). The lyrics were written by Dai Chuanxian and the music by Li Jinhui. The complete song is divided into three stanzas, covering the National Father's revolutionary achievements, his philosophy of the Three Principles of the People and the Five-Power Constitution, and his final instruction urging all comrades to uphold the spirit of 'The revolution is not yet successful; all comrades must strive on.'
This article explores the significance of the Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Song in Taiwan's history, reflecting on its cultural and political implications. The author discusses how the song has been perceived over time and its role in shaping public memory.
This article introduces and records the first version of the 'President Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Song,' with lyrics by Chin Hsiao-yi and music by Huang Yau-tai. The song praises the historical achievements of the late President Chiang Kai-shek (Chiang Chung-cheng) of the Republic of China, including succeeding Sun Yat-sen's legacy, the victory in the War of Resistance against Japan, the abolition of unequal treaties, and the promotion of the New Life Movement, constitutionalism, economic construction, and nine-year compulsory education. The article notes there are several versions of the song and provides the full lyrics of the Chin edition as a historical document.
This article references Chen Xinbu's data, introducing how Chiayi's Zhushan area successfully reclaimed bamboo forests occupied by Mitsubishi during the Japanese era through petitions and organized forestry cooperatives after the ROC's restoration. It details the establishment and operation of three major forestry cooperatives—Rui Zhu, Dinglin, and Daan—highlighting their role in improving livelihoods, promoting the local economy, and exporting bamboo materials.
This article explores the origins of the paper money burning ritual in East Asian society, revealing that this practice was originally invented by a clever scholar to promote paper sales through a fabricated story of death and resurrection. From environmental and health perspectives, combined with statistical data and testing results from consumer advocacy groups, the article points out the environmental damage and health risks (including carcinogenic benzene) of burning large quantities of paper money, calling for people to change their mindset and replace traditional rituals with 'sincerity is efficacious' and embrace eco-friendly worship.
While everyone argues whether this island of Taiwan should be independent or unified (to be honest, both are false issues), Chiang Kai-shek and the US engaged in intense international competition that, in aftermath of WWII in the Asia-Pacific, was one of the most difficult battles in modern Chinese history. It was not merely about bloodshed but about political warfare.
The article criticizes the behavior of certain individuals (Hong Kong independence and Taiwan independence advocates) who equate Nazi Germany with the Republic of China following the Hsinchu Kuang-Fu High School Nazi incident. The author emphasizes the noble sentiments demonstrated by the Republic of China during turbulent times (such as sheltering Jewish refugees). It also points out that opportunistic individuals (Japanese collaborators, Chinese traitors) exist in every era. The author criticizes those who arrogantly use modern standards to judge the past, or even fabricate false history (such as claiming Chiang Kai-shek received Nazi assistance), arguing that this behavior distorts history for personal gain and is essentially no different from the opportunists of the Japanese Occupation Era.
An exploration of the philosophy of Wang Shouren (Wang Yangming) and his core concept of 'The Unity of Knowledge and Action.' Discover how Yangmingism traveled to Japan to become a prominent school of thought, profoundly influencing the 19th-century Meiji Restoration. This article highlights the push from figures like Zeng Guofan, Chiang Kai-shek, and Japan's 'God of War' Heihachiro Togo, revealing the key spiritual inspiration for modern Japan's strength.
This article contains the full lyrics of the National Anthem of the Republic of China and a detailed explanation, along with a brief introduction to its historical background. The current version of the national anthem has been used since $1937$. The lyrics originated from the 'Premier's Admonition' delivered by Sun Yat-sen at the opening ceremony of the Whampoa Military Academy in $1924$. Due to the opening line being 'The Three Principles of the People,' it is also informally known as 'The Three Principles of the People Song.'
This article comments on the remarks made by some independence activists on the National Day of the Republic of China (Double Ten Festival), claiming that 'the ROC National Day is not Taiwan's National Day because Taiwan was still in the Japanese colonial era in 1911.' The author refers to these dissenters as 'Taiwanese Imperial Subjects' (Kōmin), arguing that they still live in the imaginary 'glory days' of Japanese colonial rule and therefore refuse to recognize the Republic of China. The article uses a strong analogy to ask if these people refuse to identify with the nation that nurtured them and likens their preference to wanting to celebrate a 'rapist's birthday,' while mentioning that the upcoming Taiwan Retrocession Day on October 25 will further provoke their anger.
Li Hongzhang, former Grand Councillor of Direct Lie and Minister of Beiyang of the Qing Empire, visited the United States in 1896 and was interviewed by The New York Times in New York. In the interview, he offered observations on American political parties, skyscrapers, and the education system, and severely criticized America's discriminatory legislation against Chinese, the Geary Act, and exclusionary policies, expounding on his views on free competition and foreign investment.
This article excerpts a campaign speech by 2016 U.S. presidential candidate Donald Trump. The speech criticizes America's role as international police for twenty years, vigorously promoting democracy (citing Iraq, Libya, Syria, Ukraine, etc.), questioning whether America gained anything worth the massive costs while offending Russia, the EU, and China. Trump attributes American decline to China's success in trade and controlling global resources, and opposes the Obama administration's TPP policy. The speech concludes by listing China's achievements in infrastructure, economic development, and social improvement—contrasting them with America's situation—calling for America to pursue glorious independence, doing business with whoever has money.
This is a letter from the descendants of those executed for treason in Taiwan Province to then Taipei Mayor Ko Wen-je, strongly protesting the newly installed 'friendly toilet' in Machaba-cho Memorial Park. The author points out that Machaba-cho was the execution ground for communists during the martial law era. Placing a toilet next to the memorial mound destroys the historical memorial space and is deeply disrespectful to the historical significance of the deceased.
This article recounts the major massacre known as the 'Shaw Ridge Street Incident' (present-day Jiali District, Tainan) that occurred in $1895$ during the Japanese Imperial Guards Division's occupation of Tainan Prefecture. After fierce fighting with the Taiwanese volunteer army, rumors of a prince being killed or the cries of children exposing their location led the Japanese troops to open machine-gun fire on fleeing civilians hiding in ditches (house-side trenches), resulting in approximately two to three thousand victims and turning Shaw Ridge Street into a 'City of the Wrongfully Dead'.
This article aims to clarify misconceptions about the 'Taipei Air Raid' (May 31, 1945). The author argues that it is absurd for Taiwan independence advocates to use the air raid to criticize the KMT as the enemy of the Taiwanese people. The piece points out that Taipei's population density was low and buildings were scattered at the time, and the raid primarily targeted the political center of the Japanese colonial government. By comparing bombing maps with actual Allied aerial photos, the author claims the hits were concentrated and precise, not a dense carpet-bombing of civilian areas. Furthermore, since an early warning system existed and the Japanese military had already fled, civilian casualties were far lower than claimed; those remaining in Taipei were mostly 'elite Japanese subjects' who could have taken cover in advance.
This article expounds on the historical legitimacy of the Republic of China 🇹🇼 (R.O.C.) flag (Blue Sky, White Sun, and a Wholly Red Earth). It argues that its lineage is more authentic than that of the PRC 🇨🇳 flag, serving as a massive political advantage for the Republic of China 🇹🇼 on the international stage against the CCP. The piece critiques those advocating for a flag change as 'naive,' tracing the flag's origins to Sun Yat-sen and Lu Haodong's design. It suggests that if the KMT is the issue, it is their party flag that should change, not the national one.
Anti-Japanese General Liu Guiwu (1902-1938), native of Chaoyang, Liaoning, led his forces in bloody battles with the Japanese army on the Suiyuan front after the July 7 Incident. He died in battle in 1938 at Huangyouganzigou Village, Wuchuan County, at age 36. According to reports, his head was severed by the Japanese army and remains displayed as a war trophy in an exhibition hall in Japan to this day, while his remains were buried in Xi'an.
This article introduces an extremely precious piece of historical video material: the educational film 'Taiwan - The Face of Free China' produced by the US military in 1960 (filmed in Taiwan in 1959). The film uses color film technology to record social scenes in 1950s 'Free China' (Taiwan) as educational material for US troops prior to their stationing. The article also includes the full lyrics of the background music used in the film—the Taiwanese folk song 'Twilight Ridge' performed by Chi Lu-hsia.
The article strongly criticizes the defense of bloody massacres during the Japanese colonial era put forward by a small number of Taiwanese people, condemning the argument that 'as long as they attacked China, it was fine' as 'the ugly side.' Japan's covetousness for Taiwan never ceased. Long before the Sino-Japanese War, it invaded Taiwan by exploiting the 'Mudan She Incident' under the guise of the Ryukyu Kingdom, aiming to use Taiwan as a strategic springboard for aggression against Southeast Asia and Mainland China.
The article records the history of Japan's invasion of Taiwan Province in 1874 using the 'Mudan Incident' as an excuse, where Ryukyuans were killed by indigenous people in Langqiao (now Manzhou Township, Pingtung). Japan first titled the King of Ryukyu to force a relationship as an excuse for invasion and sent spies for intelligence reconnaissance. Although the Japanese army suffered heavy losses due to indigenous resistance and environmental factors, they eventually forced the Qing court to pay 500,000 taels through diplomatic negotiations and acknowledge the legitimacy of Japan's military action, causing China to lose its suzerainty over Ryukyu.
A historical comparison of the mainland's Cultural Revolution (1966+) and Taiwan's simultaneous Chinese Culture Renaissance Movement, highlighting the stark contrast in how these two regions managed national development during the same period.
This article contains the full text of the inaugural address delivered by ROC President Tsai Ing-wen on May 20, 2016. The speech emphasizes peaceful power transfer, confronting challenges with responsibility, uniting the nation for reform, and presents five major governing objectives: economic structural transformation, strengthening social safety nets, social fairness and justice (including transitional justice and judicial reform), regional peaceful development and cross-strait relations, and fulfilling Taiwan's responsibilities as a global citizen.
Analysis of President Ma Ying-jeou's inauguration speech, focusing on his cross-strait policies, his vision for the Republic of China's international standing, and his commitment to the 1992 Consensus.
Discusses President Ma Ying-jeou's decision to accept the resignation of Academia Sinica President Wong Chi-huey amidst the OBI Pharma scandal, focusing on the ethical standards for academic leaders.
Japan, a country sharing the same notoriety as the Nazis in modern war history, continues to be active in various corners of the world through information control at the wartime level under the name of economy. Fortunately, through the vivid memory accusations of a few survivors and many foreigners who helped disaster-stricken civilians in mainland China, we can slightly uncover the dark truth that the Japanese military was eager to cover up and did not want anyone to know.
This article shares the story of a Taiwanese traveler detained at Dubai International Airport for 12 days after his Republic of China (R.O.C.) passport was mistaken for a 'counterfeit Chinese passport.' The incident highlights Taiwan's diplomatic vulnerabilities and critiques the Ministry of Foreign Affairs for its perceived inefficiency during emergencies. Note: While the author later clarified this as a fictional account, its insights into diplomatic challenges remain relevant.
This article reveals the historical facts of former President Chiang Kai-shek transporting gold from mainland China to Taiwan in 1949, clarifying its quantity and purpose, and refuting the misunderstandings of some people regarding this event. The total amount of gold transported to Taiwan was about 112 to 187 metric tons, which was used at the time to stabilize the nearly empty Bank of Taiwan and the value of the New Taiwan Dollar, and to support construction and needs in the early post-war period. The article strongly contrasts the Republic of China as an exploited nation with Japan during the Japanese occupation period as a 'resource-invading nation' that looted a huge amount of gold (over 6,000 metric tons) in the Nanjing Massacre. At the same time, it criticizes some modern individuals (including Taipei Mayor Ko Wen-je) for mocking the architectural aesthetics of the post-war Republic of China and infinitely praising the construction of the Japanese occupation era, calling on the public not to criticize the practical considerations of the ancients in times of turmoil based on today's peaceful and affluent standards.
This article introduces the documentary 'The Truth About Diaoyu Islands,' filmed by German-American Hollywood director Chris D. Nebe at his own expense. Through a detailed review of historical data, the film asserts that the Diaoyu Islands have belonged to China (Republic of China) since ancient times. It exposes Japanese war crimes during the invasion of China and criticizes Japan's refusal to face history and the US's role in the Treaty of San Francisco. From a Westerner's perspective, Nebe emphasizes the artist's conscience and responsibility toward history, calling for an apology from the Japanese government.
Former KMT Legislator Tsai Cheng-yuan posted 'Ma Ying-jeou's Complete Misgovernance Record' on Facebook, revealing his reluctance toward the KMT, his attachment to Ma, and his dissatisfaction with Eric Chu. The article details Ma's policy failures during his eight-year presidency (2008-2016), including austerity policies during the financial crisis, mishandling of major incidents, internal party conflicts causing divisions, and ineffective responses to major policies that ultimately led to the KMT's defeat in the 2014 local elections.
This article introduces the key legal definitions of 'Island' and 'Rock' under the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS). It aims to address the South China Sea disputes where the Philippines attempted to categorize Taiping Island as a 'rock' to restrict the Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ) rights of both Mainland China and the Republic of China (R.O.C.). The piece emphasizes that the distinction lies in the capacity to 'sustain human habitation or economic life of their own' and explains the significant differences in maritime rights such as territorial sea, EEZ, and continental shelf, while also mentioning the concept of low-tide elevations.
This article traces the development history of the Taipei Dome through a chronological timeline. Starting from 1991, when a CPBL championship game was delayed by rain, Premier Hau Pei-tsun ordered the construction of a dome. The location shifted from Guandu to the original site of the Taipei Municipal Baseball Stadium, and was finally settled at the Songshan Tobacco Plant during Mayor Ma Ying-jeou's term. The piece highlights how the site was designated as a cultural park after Chen Shui-bian became President, leading to issues with the dome's proximity to historical relics, and concludes with the controversies under Ko Wen-je.
This article, based on historical facts and international legal principles, asserts that Taiwan's sovereignty legally and factually belongs to the Republic of China (ROC) following its retrocession in 1945. By analyzing key legal documents such as the Cairo Declaration, the Potsdam Proclamation, and the Treaty of Peace between the ROC and Japan, the paper aims to firmly refute the claim that 'Taiwan's legal status is undetermined.'
This article is a solemn statement from the ROC Ministry of Foreign Affairs (released on 2011/09/28) addressing the 'Taiwan's Legal Status Undetermined Theory.' It emphasizes that Taiwan and Penghu's sovereignty was returned to the Republic of China after WWII through a series of international legal documents, including the Cairo Declaration, the Potsdam Proclamation, the Japanese Instrument of Surrender, and the crucial Treaty of Peace between the ROC and Japan (Treaty of Taipei). The article details the legal basis and historical facts like nationality restoration and calls on citizens not to self-negate the nation's dignity.
This article uses Q&A format to analyze and refute the theory that 'Taiwan's sovereignty is undetermined.' It cites the Cairo Declaration, the Sino-Japanese Peace Treaty, and authoritative international law scholars to argue that the ROC government's sovereignty over Taiwan and Penghu is firmly based in international law, not merely military occupation.
The article commemorates the lifelong integrity and dedication of Mr. Sun Yun-suan to the nation. During his terms as Premier (Executive Yuan President) and Minister of Economic Affairs, he managed hundreds of billions of resources yet remained utterly clean, often filling 'None' in multiple sections of his annual asset declaration. The article recounts stories of him refusing to compete with subordinates for housing, appointing people based on talent regardless of provincial origin, and protecting local Taiwanese colleagues during the 228 Incident period. It emphasizes that he, along with K.T. Li and Chao Yao-tung, created the economic miracle of the Republic of China, making his example worthy of reflection by contemporary politics.
This is the complete opening remarks delivered by then-President Ma Ying-jeou on November 7, 2015 in Singapore during the historic Ma-Xi Meeting with mainland Chinese leader Xi Jinping. In his speech, President Ma reviewed the development of cross-strait relations since the 1993 Koo-Wang Talks, emphasizing how both sides achieved goals of 'replacing confrontation with dialogue and replacing conflict with reconciliation' through the '1992 Consensus.' He proposed five major points for maintaining Taiwan Strait peace and prosperity, calling on both sides to cooperate to revive Chinese civilization and jointly create a more peaceful and brilliant future.
This document records the full verbatim transcript of former President Ma Ying-jeou's formal remarks at the closed-door Ma-Xi Meeting on November 7, 2015. President Ma elaborated on cross-strait relations based on the '1992 Consensus,' proposing five major points: sustainable peace, reducing enmity, expanding exchanges, establishing a hotline, and jointly promoting Chinese revival. He emphasized the achievements and necessity of cross-strait peace, and called on the mainland to take sincere concrete actions to reduce unnecessary criticism, working together to create a better future for the next generation on both sides.
This article examines the Consumer Protection Act in Taiwan, highlighting its role in safeguarding consumer rights and promoting fair trade practices.
The article addresses the controversy over curriculum adjustments, exploring the identity issue of 'Taiwanese' versus 'Chinese,' and criticizing specific political parties for deliberately playing word games to assign the term 'China' exclusively to the People's Republic of China, ignoring the history that the Republic of China can also be abbreviated as China. The author advocates that the ROC and Taiwan can coexist, and chastises those creating divisions as being 'maliciously motivated' or having 'a poor grasp of cultural literacy.' The article also touches on the incorrect understanding of Chiang Kai-shek's title, emphasizing the need for careful thought when distinguishing these terms.
This article explores the differences between Traditional and Simplified Chinese, examining their historical development, cultural significance, and practical implications.
This article satirically uses seven examples of ecology and development to point out that Taiwan"s "Seven Wonders" do not come from gods, demons, or ghosts, but are "stupid excuses" created by Taiwanese people to rationalize their own behavior. The article criticizes that when people"s hearts are left with only "self (I)," they fall into narrow, black-and-white, blue-versus-green extreme opposition. This narrow mindset leads to meaningless battles between north and south, politicians and the people, development and ecology, and even races and species. The author advocates pursuing higher-level spiritual beliefs, accepting balance, rationality, and scientific attitudes, rather than merely clinging to self-interest and superficial slogans.
This article uses a famous Chinese chess endgame puzzle called 'Zhenma Chess Position' to metaphorically interpret and analyze President Ma Ying-jeou's political crisis and complex situation at that time (2014). The author assigns political roles and positions to the red and black pieces on the board, analyzing the stalemate points and potential breakthrough keys. The red 'pawn' has crossed the river boundary, the red 'general' is trapped in the rear, the black 'king' and 'horse' are surrounded, and hope for victory lies with a peripheral 'bishop' waiting for opportunity—emphasizing how in what appears to be a passive situation, key peripheral pieces can determine victory.
This document is the formal text of the 'Cross-Strait Service Trade Agreement' (Service Trade Agreement), concluded pursuant to the 'Cross-Strait Economic Cooperation Framework Agreement' (ECFA), aimed at gradually reducing or eliminating restrictive measures on service trade between the two sides of the strait, promoting liberalization of service trade. The agreement covers twenty-four articles of general provisions, obligations and standards, specific commitments, and dispute settlement.
This article transcribes a classic speech by former President Chiang Ching-kuo of the Republic of China in the 1970s. In the speech, Chiang criticized the misuse of loans for non-productive purposes and emphasized the government's responsibility to maintain national stability and price control.