Taiwan Independence Movement

The Taiwan Independence Movement is a political effort by some groups in Taiwan to establish it as a fully independent country, separate from China. Taiwan, an island off China’s southeastern coast, has its own government and democratic institutions. Historically, Taiwan was ruled by Japan and later became part of China, but since the Chinese Civil War, it has operated mainly as a separate entity. Some residents and political parties advocate for independence to ensure Taiwan’s sovereignty, while others prefer closer ties with China or maintaining the status quo. The movement is complex, influenced by historical, national identity, and geopolitical factors.