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Why Taiwan Matters: Small Island, Global Powerhouse

In an upcoming Asia Program book launch of Shelley Rigger’s, "Why Taiwan Matters," Rigger explores Taiwan's importance to China, the United States, and the world.

Date & Time

Wednesday
Nov. 9, 2011
4:00pm – 5:15pm ET

Location

6th Floor, Woodrow Wilson Center
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Overview

How did Taiwan become a key economic and political player on the global stage, producing breakthroughs so impressive they have been called “miracles”?  Shelley Rigger’s new book links these accomplishments to Taiwan’s determined society, vibrant culture, and unique history. Drawing on arts, economics, politics, and international relations, Rigger explores Taiwan's importance to China, the United States, and the world. After considering where Taiwan may be headed in its wary standoff with China, she traces how the focus of Taiwan’s domestic politics has shifted to a Taiwan-centered strategy.

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Shelley Rigger

Professor, Political Science Department, Davidson College
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Indo-Pacific Program

The Indo-Pacific Program promotes policy debate and intellectual discussions on US interests in the Asia-Pacific as well as political, economic, security, and social issues relating to the world’s most populous and economically dynamic region.   Read more

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