Description: This study examines the Democratic Progressive Party's 2016 electoral victory in Taiwan. It places the election within the context of Taiwan's recent political history and investigates whether the party is likely to hold onto power.
Brief description: John F. Copper is the Stanley J. Buckman distinguished professor (emeritus) at Rhodes College. He is the author of more than 40 books, two of which received book awards, on U.S. Asia policy, China, and Taiwan (20 books) plus numerous academic articles, policy papers, and book chapters. Other notable accomplishments include trnsifying before Congressional committees, serving on important boards such as the East West Center Board of Governors, receiving the International Communications Award for enhancing an understanding of Asia.
Review Quotes: Taiwan at a Tipping Point is a very timely book, given the political, economic, and diplomatic uncertainties facing that country. John F. Copper presents a sophisticated analysis of recent economic trends and domestic politics in Taiwan, and of the roles that China and the United States are playing in the evolving situation. This study will be valuable to those interested in Taiwan, China, and US diplomacy.