The Economist

A short history of Taiwan and China, in maps

JUST 12 STATES recognise Taiwan’s government. Others all have relations with the Chinese government in Beijing, and so at least tacitly accept its argument that there is only one China, of which ...
THE WEEK

A history of China and Taiwan

A “breakaway province”, a “government-in-exile”, a “separate nation” – Taiwan’s status has dominated discussions on China for decades. Could China be preparing to invade Taiwan? What the ‘One China’ ...
NPR

Taiwan's History of Colonialism Forged Its Distinct Cuisine

Tainan is considered the culinary capital of Taiwan. At one of the oldest wet markets in that Southern city, Shuixian Gong Market, the island's vibrant cuisine is on the display. There are displays of ...
WWNO

Feast your eyes on Taiwan's distinct food (and understand a history of colonization)

TAINAN, Taiwan — On a Friday morning in the southern city of Tainan, Shuixian Gong Market overflows with displays of shiny orange and silver fish, stacks of glistening pork ribs and crates of dragon ...
NPR

Taiwan's long history of colonization has forged its distinct cuisine

Taiwan has endured a long history of colonization. As a trip to the culinary center of Tainan reveals, those outside forces have helped create a cuisine that is distinctly Taiwanese. And I'm Ailsa ...
Reuters

China, Taiwan clash over history, Beijing says can't 'invade' what is already its territory

China says history and the law back up its claims to Taiwan Taiwan accuses China of distorting history World War Two anniversary a sore spot between Beijing, Taipei China has stepped up military ...