Democratic Progressive Party (DPP)

KMT candidate Hou Yu-ih faced an unexpectedly difficult start to his campaign, while the DPP courted controversy with some legislative nominations.

Voters' general pessimism regarding the economy is souring views of the DPP as Taiwan gears up for presidential elections in January.

William Lai is already positioning the race as a referendum on China policy, while the KMT (and Beijing) are trying to emphasize economic issues.

A scoop from Financial Times says that Taiwan's President Tsai Ing-wen has instead asked to meet Kevin McCarthy during a stopover visit to California.

With eyes toward Taiwan’s next presidential election in January 2024, China appears poised to adjust its Taiwan policy, especially if the KMT is victorious. 

Insights from Nathan F. Batto.

While extending the conscription period is a politically risky move, few other parties are ready to openly criticize the decision.

Decoding William Lai’s positioning on cross-strait relations – and the implications for peace and stability in the Asia-Pacific.

Going forward, this election will have a number of critical implications for Taiwan’s security.

In many ways, the election results maintained the status quo of pan-Blue dominance over local politics, rather than a dramatic return to form for the KMT.

The November 26 midterm races are the DPP’s to lose.