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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.

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New Opportunities and Challenges for Taiwan's Security

A November 2009 conference brought together leading experts to consider how political, economic, and military factors are likely to shape Taiwan's security in the coming decade. The papers represented a range of viewpoints and analyses.

Mar 30, 2011
Journal Article

The Impact of Universal National Health Insurance on Population Health in Taiwan

A study of Taiwan's system of universal National Health Insurance (NHI) found its introduction was associated in a reduction in deaths considered amenable to health care, particularly among those age groups least likely to have been insured previously.

Aug 4, 2010
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A Question of Balance: Political Context and Military Aspects of the China-Taiwan Dispute

While relations between China and Taiwan are warmer now than in recent years, China still feels entitled to use force to prevent Taiwan from becoming independent. Meanwhile, the modernizing of China's military may call into question the U.S.' ability to defend Taiwan against a large-scale Chinese attack.

Jul 23, 2009
Research Brief

How Taiwan's Status Is Resolved Will Determine Whether U.S.-China Relations Are Cooperative or Hostile

This research brief examines how U.S.-China relations would be affected by the manner in which Taiwan's status is resolved.

May 22, 2007
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What Are the Impacts of Resolving Taiwan's Status?

Depending on how Taiwan's status is resolved, U.S.-China relations could range from friendly cooperation to cold war. As China's military capabilities grow, it will be increasingly important for the US. to both prevent an attempt at violent reunification and maintain the capability to defeat it.

May 12, 2007
News Release

China Could Potentially Defeat U.S. in Conflict Over Taiwan By Limiting Military Access, RAND Study Finds

March 29, 2007 news release: China Could Potentially Defeat U.S. in Conflict Over Taiwan By Limiting Military Access, RAND Study Finds.

Mar 29, 2007
News Release

RAND Study Says China's Attempts at Economic Coercion of Taiwan Have Only Limited Success

February 15, 2007 News Release: RAND Study Says China's Attempts at Economic Coercion of Taiwan Have Only Limited Success.

Feb 15, 2007
Report

Chinese Economic Coercion Against Taiwan: A Tricky Weapon to Use

Analyzes the political impact of the rapidly growing economic relationship between mainland China and Taiwan and evaluates the prospects of Beijing exploiting the relationship by employing economic coercion against Taiwan.

Jan 16, 2007
Commentary

Roiling the Waters in the Taiwan Strait

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

Mar 21, 2006
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Shanghaied? The Economic and Political Implications of the Flow of Information Technology and Investment Across the Taiwan Strait

Analyzes the dynamics of the transfer of technology and capital between Taiwan and China and assesses their impact on cross-Strait relations and the worldwide semiconductor industry.

Dec 13, 2004
Commentary

Taiwan Risks Getting In Over Its Head

Published commentary by RAND staff.

Apr 24, 2001
Report

Tawian's Foreign and Defense Policies: Features and Determinants

Taiwan's foreign and defense policies have evolved greatly since the days of Chiang Kai-Shek. Its leaders have created a government based on popular sovereignty rather than Chinese nationalism; adopted pragmatic and creative approaches ...

Jan 1, 2001
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Dire Strait? : Military Aspects of the China-Taiwan Confrontation and Options for U.S. Policy

This report analyzes the steps Taiwan should take to bolster the odds in its favor should a conflict with the mainland occur and describes how the United States can most effectivelycontribute in both peace and crisis.

Jan 1, 2000
Commercial Book

Marketization and Democracy: East Asian Experiences

Using both a quantitative model and qualitative country studies, this work analyzes the experiences of China, Taiwan, Indonesia, and Korea in moving toward both marketization and democracy.

Jan 1, 1999
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Taiwan's National Security, Defense Policy, and Weapons Procurement Processes

Examines Taiwan's national security decisionmaking structure and process and the primary factors guiding its defense strategy, force structure, and military procurement decisions.

Jan 1, 1999
Report

China's Taiwan strategy : a point of no return?

China's Taiwan strategy : a point of no return?

Jan 1, 1996
Report

Long-Term Economic and Military Trends 1994-2015: The United States and Asia

Key economic and military trends in China, Taiwan, the United States, Japan, Korea, and India will likely indicate the future of Asia's security environment.

Jan 1, 1995
Report

Change in Taiwan and Potential Adversity in the Strait

For more than 40 years, the China-Taiwan conflict has effectively institutionalized the outcome of China's 1945-49 civil war.

Jan 1, 1995
Research Brief

Taiwan on a Tightrope

Powerful domestic changes have driven Taiwanese leaders to walk a narrow and perilous path between confrontation and conciliation with China.

Jan 1, 1995
Report

The Lessons of East Asian Development and Alternative Development Strategies for Hainan

Examines the development experiences of South Korea, Taiwan, and Hong Kong to derive lessons that may aid in designing development strategies relevant to Hainan's policy decisions.

Jan 1, 1991

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