Taiwan

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Taiwan became the primary stronghold of the Republic of China following the Communist party's rise in mainland China in 1949. RAND has analyzed shifts in U.S. diplomatic and military policy toward Taiwan and the People's Republic of China (PRC) over the decades and, in recent years, has examined Taiwan's rapid economic development, gradual political liberalization, and efforts to achieve independence from the PRC.

Research conducted by: Center for Asia Pacific Policy; RAND Project AIR FORCE; RAND National Security Research Division

Commentary (2)

Roiling the Waters in the Taiwan Strait — Mar 21, 2006

Published commentary by RAND staff: Roiling the Waters in the Taiwan Strait, in International Herald Tribune.

Taiwan Risks Getting In Over Its Head — Apr 24, 2001

Published commentary by RAND staff.

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