by Lukas Schreckenberg | Uncategorized
What comes to your mind when you think of Taiwan? Semiconductors? Night markets? LGBTQ+ rights? We are the Young Taiwan Initiative (JTI) of the German-Taiwanese Society and aim to bring Taiwan, its culture, and its stories closer to young people in Germany. At the...
by Lukas Schreckenberg | Uncategorized
Discover Taiwan’s Indigenous Roots — The Island’s Hidden Heritage Long before skyscrapers and night markets, Taiwan was home to vibrant Indigenous tribes — the Austronesian peoples, whose culture connects the island to the vast Pacific. From the music of the Amis to...
by Lukas Schreckenberg | Uncategorized
Buring our last Taiwan Talks Event on February 13, we examined the 228 Incident. We explored its causes, the course of events, its long-term consequences, and its significance for present-day society. The 228 Incident, also called the 228 Massacre, refers to the...
by Lukas Schreckenberg | Uncategorized
Dictatorial Rule and Collective Memory The 228 Incident, also called the 228 Massacre refers to the violent suppression of nationwide protests in Taiwan by the Kuomintang, unfolding from February 28, 1947. Thousands of civilians were arrested, abducted, or killed,...
by Lukas Schreckenberg | Uncategorized
The Heritage and Revival of a Language Taiwanese (Tâi-gí) is still very much part of everyday life, even though people often assume it’s old-fashioned or limited. In fact, the language has been making a noticeable comeback in recent years. In this Taiwan Talks...
by Lukas Schreckenberg | Uncategorized
European Perspectives on the Taiwan Strait Taiwan’s resilient democracy and civil society are under threat in light of the increasing aggressions of the People’s Republic of China. An escalation in the Taiwan Strait would not only have enormous consequences for...
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