Abstract
The paper describes how the island of Taiwan has long been a territory under some form of Chinese rule. The paper relates that the current political turmoil between China and Taiwan has its roots in the Chinese civil war in the early part of the last century. The paper notes the American support of an independent Taiwan that ensured it did not fall to the Communists. The paper shows how the solution to the difficulties between Mainland China and Taiwan is not a political one, but an economic and commercial one.

From the Paper
"The cross-strait relationship between China and Taiwan has been a point of geo-political concern since the end of World War II following the removal of Japanese colonial control when the Island experienced a brief period of political independence. This period was short-lived since only a few years later the island was inundated with Chiang Kaishek's Nationalist troops fleeing Mainland China and Mao Zedong's Communist troops. While the island of Taiwan has been variously claimed and ignored by Chinese dynasties throughout history, it was not until it was used as a place of refuge for the Goumingtang, or the Nationalists as they are known in English, that it morphed into a long-term point of contention for China and a line in the sand, as it were, for Western democracy and a buffer against Communist dominance in the region."

Tags:Chiang, Kaishek, Nationalist, troops, Communism, democracy, Kai, Fang, Goumingtang, DPP

Abstract
This paper gives an in-depth analysis of the relationship between China and Taiwan, which has been a point of geo-political concern since the end of World War II. It further considers the impact of the departure of the Japanese and the brief period of political independence experienced by the Island. The paper concludes with a look at the changes Taiwan experienced when hiang Kaishek's Nationalist troops fleeing, Mainland China and Mao Zedong's Communist troops, settled in Taiwan.

From the Paper
"The cross-strait relationship between China and Taiwan has been a point of geo-political concern since the end of World War II following the removal of Japanese colonial control when the Island experienced a brief period of political independence. This period was short-lived since only a few years later the island was inundated with Chiang Kaishek's Nationalist troops fleeing Mainland China and Mao Zedong's Communist troops. While the island of Taiwan has been variously claimed and ignored by Chinese dynasties throughout history, it was not until it was used as a place of refuge for the Goumingtang, or the Nationalists as they are known in English, that it..."

Tags:china, taiwan, issues

Abstract
This paper discusses China-Taiwan relations. The relations between the two have been a source of major concern for both the countries. The Taiwanese demand for an independent land has triggered many problems including the fear of a military uprising.

Tags:china, taiwan, relations

Abstract
This paper examines the recent relations between the People's Republic of China and Taiwan. Taiwan seems to have given up on reunification towards a separate identity and China has continuously threatened and attempted to intimidate Taiwan with ultimatums and display of military and international political force. On the other hand, the trade collaboration between these two countries is growing. This paper studies the relations between these countries in the last decade from a political and economical point of view. It concludes that the relationship is still intrinsically a volatile one, for both states still remain resolute on the most fundamental issue of sovereignty.

From the Paper
"When Mao and the communists defeated the Nationalist government in 1949, Chiang and his two million supporters fled China and sought refuge in the small island of Taiwan, with a promise to one day reclaim the mainland. At the time, Taiwan was considered a province of China. Demands for independence began in the 1960s as a small voice, for the Nationalist Party in power still hoped for eventual reunification with China, and has grown stronger ever since. All the while, China has not wavered for even a moment from her position that Taiwan is not its own sovereign nation but only a province of the mainland country."

Tags:Taiwan, China, political, economical, commercial, sovereignty, country, ties, international

Abstract
This paper traces the build-up of tension that has led to the current conflict between China and Taiwan. The writer claims that after the first presidential elections in Taiwan, China issued a report warning that any indication of action towards independence or even delay in negotiations toward reunification, could lead to a military reaction. The paper traces the conflict that ensued and attempts at reconciliation.

From the Paper
"While China has been adding to its arsenal, there had been no indication of widespread military spending or increases, probably due to the fact that China is concentrating on maintaining her economic growth. Deng Xiaoping's strategy is to strengthen the country through economic development by encouraging investment and infrastructure improvements. Still spending about a tenth of what the U.S. spends, or less than 2 percent of the gross domestic product, China's policies are widely divergent from the Soviet union's spending 20 percent of its gross domestic product on its military at the height of the cold war."

Tags:military, aggression, tension, democracy, Asia

Abstract
Consumer behavior is influenced by many factors: cultural heritage, perceived value of goods or services, economics, and interpersonal issues. In the current global economy, it is inevitable that East and West meet in the arena of consumer goods and services. Because of the size of their populations, the United States and the two Chinas, the People's Republic and Taiwan, could easily emerge as major markets for each other's goods and services. For any company to be successful in a cross-cultural marketing effort, however, it is essential to pay attention not only to similarities, but to differences, and then to market accordingly. In order to develop a few marketing precepts for creating goods, perhaps with variations in the goods themselves or in the marketing material, this paper looks, in depth, at the cultures of all three nations. The paper then examines what various researchers, experts, and government/trade officials have been saying about markets in the China and Taiwan.

From the Paper
"In China, where incomes have been rising, it is necessary to price items so they are affordable to enough people to become popular; in Taiwan, there would be less price sensitivity and, in fact, the Taiwanese are used to paying heftily for many necessities, such as living space, and would be far less price sensitive than the Chinese. In fact, because they have had a growing market economy for some time, they are very likely susceptible to the same upscale, higher-priced marketing concepts as Americans."

Tags:Democratic, Progressive, Party, mainland, westernization

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This paper examines the economies of the People's Republic of China and Taiwan. The author discusses Taiwanese trade regulations, customs, and standards in comparison with China, advantages and obstacles for Taiwanese business people in China, current economic issues, and outlook for the future.

Abstract
This is a creative political piece that briefly suggests how the U.S. must conduct itself in the future of U.S. - China relations with regards to the Taiwan issue. The Taiwan issue being that Taiwan, while an independent political entity, is still claimed by China and the U.S. officially recognizes China's claim.

From the Paper
"Mr. President, As you requested I have drafted a short briefing book to give my recommendations on what U.S. policy toward China concerning the Taiwan issue should be. This is an issue that is potentially explosive and could, if not handled correctly, turn into a war between the U.S. and China. Thus, it is essential that we keep ourselves informed of all issues related to Taiwan and of all our policies toward both Taiwan and China. Both the People's Republic of China (mainland China) and the Republic of China (Taiwan, also known as Formosa) claim to be the legitimate governments of China, though Taiwan has recently shifted more toward separation and away from unification. Both have very powerful militaries and a conflict between the two rivals could be devastating. It is therefore important that we first try and maintain the status quo in the relationship between Taiwan and China, and if that should fail that we must handle the matter delicately both to make sure to keep China pacified but also to make sure that Taiwan remains a de facto independent entity as history and ideology demand that we guarantee the rights of the Taiwanese."

Tags:asia, china, communism, east, formosa, international, kmt, politics, relations, republic, sino

From the Paper
"Introduction
Advances in technology and transportation have made it possible for companies to operate on a global level as never before in history. Two nations, China and Taiwan, have increasingly sought economic activity from the West in recent years, and one company, Coca-Cola successfully does business in both locations. This research examines the nature of global marketing, the vagaries of the Chinese and Taiwanese business environments, and the success factors of Coca-Cola in both nations.

Global Marketing
Multinational corporations are those companies which offer products or services in different countries throughout the world, adapting their products to the countries in which they are selling. Global companies.."

Abstract
This paper discusses China's Taiwan Policy, presenting a detailed look at the Taiwan issue by tracing its background and history. The paper outlines the legal position of Taiwan, examining the changes in China's Taiwan policy over the years. The paper also analyzes the strategy adopted by Taiwan in dealing with its larger neighbor and explains how the rest of the world looks at the issue. The paper contemplates how much the issue is likely to affect China's future role in world affairs.

Outline
Introduction
Recent History and Legal Status of Taiwan
Taiwan in the Cold War Period (1949-1971)
The United States Changes Track
The Chinese Position: A Three Pronged Policy
The "One Country-Two Systems" Policy
Taiwan's Position
Conclusion

From the Paper
"China-the most populous country in the world-has exhibited remarkably high levels of sustained economic growth in the two decades since it reformed its economy following the death of Mao Zedong in 1976. According to some analysts, the country is poised to become the number one economy in the world sometime in the mid-twenty first century. There are, however, certain political issues that may affect China's rightful role in the future world affairs. One of them is the 'Taiwan affair'-a problem that has defied a satisfactory resolution ever since the Communist forces defeated the Kuomintang (KMT) in the Chinese Civil War in 1949 and Chiang Kai-Shek retreated to Taiwan along with 2 million of his supporters from the Mainland China. The political status of Taiwan (or the state of Republic of China) has, since that time, been a source of concern for China as well as the rest of the world."

Tags:asia, kuomintang, chiang, kai-shek