The Taiwan History Podcast: Formosa Files

[Special Encore] Jimmy Carter Dies at 100

Dec 30, 2024

Dive into the fascinating legacy of Jimmy Carter, exploring his decision to shift U.S. recognition from Taiwan to the People’s Republic of China. Discover the emotional chaos in Taiwan following this pivotal change and the intense diplomatic encounters that ensued. Hear about the challenges faced by Carter's advisors in balancing U.S.-China relations, along with the historical implications that shaped Taiwan’s unique status today. Reflect on Carter's lifelong dedication to peace, highlighted by his post-presidential achievements and global impact.

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Jimmy Carter's decision to shift U.S. recognition from Taiwan to the People's Republic of China marked a pivotal change in diplomatic relations.

Carter's post-presidential legacy as a humanitarian and his commitment to peace efforts earned him widespread respect and admiration globally.

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The Legacy of Jimmy Carter

Jimmy Carter, the 39th President of the United States, left a significant legacy upon his passing at the age of 100. As the longest-lived U.S. President, his life was marked by notable achievements, including being awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 2002. Carter’s early life as a peanut farmer and service in the Navy distinguished him before he assumed the governorship of Georgia and the presidency from 1977 to 1981. Despite facing mixed historical ratings during his presidency, his post-presidential humanitarian efforts and promotion of peace earned him nearly universal admiration.

Intro

2min

Navigating Diplomatic Waters: U.S.-China Relations Under Carter

4min

The Breaking Point

5min

Chaos in Taipei: A Diplomatic Encounter

3min

Taiwan-U.S. Diplomatic Strains

9min

Reflecting on a Life of Service and Legacy

2min

With a new intro and ending, this is a rerelease of one of our more popular episodes: the story of the decision by former U.S. president Jimmy Carter (1924-2024) to follow through with previous administration commitments to recognize the People’s Republic of China. The switch from the ROC to the PRC was a massive change that would slowly lead to the complicated de facto status the Republic of China has today: not technically recognized as a country, not thought to represent “China” anymore, but – at least for a huge number of nations – in reality, now a thriving, democratic, independent island nation known best by the name “Taiwan.”

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