Battle Lines
Israel continues Gaza assault, confrontation in the Red Sea & Taiwan goes to the polls
Jan 5, 2024
Foreign Correspondent Lizzie Porter in Jerusalem updates us on the war in Gaza. The tensions rising in the Red Sea as Houthi rebels continue to target a busy shipping lane with missiles and drones. We travel to Taiwan a week ahead of the presidential election to explore the profound consequences it could have for the country, the region, and the world.
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- The upcoming presidential election in Taiwan could have significant geopolitical implications, potentially impacting the delicate detente between the US and China.
- The Chinese threat and Taiwan's foreign policy, including the cross-strait relationship, are key issues in the election.
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Domestic Policies and the Cross-Strait Relationship
The upcoming presidential election in Taiwan is dominated by the question of Taiwan's political and constitutional relationship with China. The three main candidates: Lai Ching-te, Han Kuo-yu, and Ko Wen-je, have differing views on this issue. Lai, from the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP), wants to maintain the status quo and strengthen Taiwan's autonomy, while Han, from the Kuomintang (KMT) party, seeks closer economic ties and dialogue with China. Ko, the candidate from the Taiwan People's Party, also emphasizes dialogue with China but has a strong focus on domestic issues.
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