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The Documentary Podcast

Taiwan's balancing act

Dec 10, 2023
Former BBC correspondent Cindy Sui meets young Taiwanese voters with contrasting views on Taiwan's future and its relationship with China. One is a peace campaigner, the other a citizen's army trainee. They discuss tensions, elections, perceptions, interactions with China, possibilities of war, frustrations with politics, and reflections on war and peace in Taiwan.
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Quick takeaways

  • Young Taiwanese citizens are preparing for the possibility of conflict with China and attending civil defense training courses to be ready to defend Taiwan.
  • The upcoming presidential election in Taiwan highlights the divide between those seeking formal independence and those aiming to reduce tensions and restore good relations with China, emphasizing the need for dialogue and understanding.

Deep dives

Taiwan's History and Tensions with China

Taiwan's recent history as a one-party state transitioned into a multi-party democracy in 1996. Tensions between Taiwan and mainland China have increased in recent years, causing global concerns.

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