Taiwan's President-elect Inauguration and China Relations

The chapter delves into the upcoming inauguration of Taiwan's President-elect amidst heightened tensions with China, discussing recent actions by China and implications for the U.S.-China-Taiwan relationship. It explores President William Ly's challenges with a weak mandate and opposition-led legislature, the difficulties in resuming communication with China, and Taiwan's stance against Beijing's hardline approach influenced by Hong Kong. The chapter also addresses debates on semiconductor manufacturing in Taiwan, including concerns on over-reliance, TSMC's potential overseas expansion impact on Taiwan's economy, and global trends affecting the semiconductor industry.