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Hongkongers who hoped Taiwan would be refuge find no easy path

24 May 2023  |  The Sydney Morning Herald  |  English  |  International Relations

Hongkongers who migrated to Taiwan seeking refuge from Beijing's crackdown are facing growing challenges, including visa restrictions, economic competition, and national security concerns. Despite initial solidarity, the reality of integration and acceptance has proven difficult, with some feeling abandoned and considering migration to other countries. Taiwan's government is caught between supporting Hong Kong dissidents and addressing local concerns, resulting in a complex and often restrictive immigration policy.

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Steven Crook is a journalist based in Tainan City, Taiwan.

Glimmer of hope for filial foreign residents?

27 Apr 2023  |  www.taipeitimes.com  |  English  |  Family Reunification

Long-term foreign residents and naturalized citizens in Taiwan face challenges in bringing their aging noncitizen parents to the country due to restrictive policies. The National Development Council and National Immigration Agency are reexamining the issue, with potential amendments to laws and regulations being discussed. An exception exists for Chinese citizens married to Taiwanese for 10 years, allowing them to settle their elderly parents in Taiwan. Legal experts suggest that changes to the Immigration Act are necessary to allow parents to reside as dependents, and health insurance coverage for these parents could be a significant hurdle. Some foreign residents are willing to sign financial support affidavits and purchase private medical insurance to bring their parents to Taiwan, which could help retain foreign talent and boost consumer spending.

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Helen Davidson is a journalist based in Taipei, Taiwan. Previously reporting on immigration, Indigenous affairs, and the Asia Pacific for Guardian Australia, she is now a correspondent covering China and the region for the Guardian.

China Tiananmen critic stuck in Taiwan transit lounge granted asylum in Canada

08 Oct 2023  |  the Guardian  |  English  |  International Relations

Chinese dissident Chen Siming, who was stuck in a Taiwanese airport transit area, has been granted asylum in Canada. Chen, known for commemorating the Tiananmen Square massacre, fled China and sought asylum after being advised to leave Laos. He spent nearly two weeks in the Taipei airport before being transferred to Canada, crediting international attention and the efforts of human rights groups, Taiwan, Canada, and the UN refugee agency for the swift resolution. The case underscores the complexities of asylum policies amid Taiwan-China tensions.

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Erin Hale is a journalist based in Taipei.

Taiwan says four employees of Apple supplier Foxconn arrested in China

11 Oct 2024  |  www.aljazeera.com  |  English  |  Legal Issues

Four Taiwanese employees of Foxconn have been detained in China since January, raising concerns about business confidence and the risks faced by Taiwanese in China. The detentions, reported by Taiwan's Central News Agency, are seen as part of broader tensions between Taiwan and China, with the Taiwanese government expressing concerns over potential corruption and abuse of power by Chinese authorities. The incident highlights the ongoing challenges in cross-strait relations, particularly under the current political climate, where Taiwanese citizens face increased scrutiny and legal risks in China.

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Joyce Huang is a journalist based in Taipei, Taiwan. She currently works as a free-lancer, covering news about Taiwan and China. Throughout her journalistic career in the past two decades, she has had experience working for or contributing to both Taiwanese and foreign news outlets. Those include ...

China-born Legislative Hopeful Stirs Fear of Security Risks in Taiwan

14 Nov 2023  |  Voice of America  |  English  |  International Relations

Hsu Chun-ying, a China-born woman who became a Taiwan citizen over two decades ago, is being considered for legislative candidacy by the Taiwan People's Party, sparking public concern over potential security risks due to her alleged ties to the Chinese Communist Party. Critics argue she may pose a security risk if elected, while Hsu denies being a CCP member and advocates for Chinese spouses in Taiwan. The controversy also highlights the issue of China-born spouses' political participation in Taiwan and the requirement to renounce their original nationality, which Hsu has not confirmed. The debate has been further complicated by Taiwan's view of China as part of its territory and the growing distrust towards China in Taiwanese society.

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Adela Lin is a journalist based in Taipei, Taiwan.

Taiwan Denies Stoking Hong Kong Unrest, Blames Communist Party

08 Oct 2023  |  NDTV Profit  |  English  |  Taiwan-China Relations

The Taipei-based Mainland Affairs Council attributes the unrest in Hong Kong to the Chinese Communist Party's refusal to address democratic demands, rejecting accusations from mainland China that Taiwan is instigating the protests. Taiwanese President Tsai Ing-wen and her Democratic Progressive Party criticize Beijing's 'one country, two systems' model, while Chinese officials accuse Taiwan of exploiting the situation to undermine this framework. The article highlights the ongoing tension between Taiwan and China, with both sides exchanging blame over the Hong Kong protests.

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