Online Event: Cross-Strait Relations in Tsai Ing-wen's Second Term

In President Tsai's second inaugural speech, she stated that cross-Strait relations have reached a historical turning point and she appealed to China’s leader to work with her to “jointly stabilize the long-term development of cross-Strait relations.” At China’s recently held “two meetings,” Beijing reaffirmed the Anti-Secession Law that was passed 15 years ago, and Politburo member Li Zhanshu warned that Taiwan independence is a “dead end,” and any challenge to the ASL “will be severely punished.” What are the prospects for managing cross-Strait differences in the next four years? What policies will Beijing and Taipei pursue, and what role will the United States play?

This event is made possible by the generous support of Taipei Economic and Cultural Representative Office (TECRO) in the United States.