It’s a new era for Taiwan after a landslide victory for Tsai Ing-wen, its first female president. And now, the hard work begins. Tsai faces a stagnating economy, a complicated relationship with Beijing, and a generation of young political activists empowered by the “Sunflower Movement”.
Tsai’s Party has traditionally leaned in favor of independence, a highly contentious issue. Plus, China views Taiwan as a breakaway province that could be taken back, by force, if necessary. So what does the election mean for Taiwan, its people and its relations with Beijing?
In this month’s On China, CNN’s Kristie Lu Stout travels to Taipei to explore these issues with “Sunflower Movement” student activist Lin Fei-Fan, Taiwan-based journalist and author J.Michael Cole and former Taipei City Government Spokesperson Yu Tzu-hsiang.
CNN On China airs on Jan. 30 at 11 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. with replays until Feb 22. Check CNN International schedule for dates and time.