Taiwan Goes to Vote

The video discusses Taiwan's political landscape, focusing on its first female leader's refusal to endorse the one China principle, which has heightened tensions with China. It covers Taiwan's history since 1949, its democratic status, and the 1992 understanding with Beijing. The leader's support for Hong Kong protests has boosted her popularity, contrasting with the KMT's challenges due to perceived friendliness to China. The future of Taiwan-China relations is a key election issue, with more Taiwanese identifying as such and support for reunification declining, posing challenges for Beijing.

Who is Taiwan's first female leader known for refusing to endorse the one China principle?

• Chen Shui-bian

• Tsai Ing-wen

• Ma Ying-jeou

• Lee Teng-hui

What significant event in 1992 involved Beijing and Taipei?

• A cultural exchange program

• An economic agreement

• An understanding on the one China principle

• A military conflict

How has the support for pro-democracy protests in Hong Kong affected Taiwan's leader?

• It led to her resignation

• It boosted her popularity

• It had no impact

• It decreased her popularity

What challenge does the KMT candidate face in the election?

• Lack of experience

• Perceived friendliness to China

• Financial scandals

• Health issues

What is the stance of the Communist Party in Beijing regarding Taiwan?

• They support Taiwan's independence

• They view retaking Taiwan as a historic task

• They have no interest in Taiwan

• They want to form a new alliance with Taiwan