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Taiwan, officially known as the Republic of China (ROC), is an island nation located in East Asia. It has a rich cultural heritage, influenced by both Chinese and indigenous traditions. Taiwan has developed into a vibrant democracy with a robust economy, known for its high-tech industries and significant contributions to global trade. The island has a complex political status, with ongoing debates about its sovereignty and relationship with the People's Republic of China.

Creation Time:2024-06-27 16 key nodes English

The Timeline

1624 — 2023

  1. 1624

    Dutch Colonization of Taiwan

    The Dutch East India Company established a colony in southern Taiwan, marking the beginning of European influence on the island.
  2. 1662

    Koxinga Expels the Dutch

    Ming loyalist Koxinga (Zheng Chenggong) expelled the Dutch and established the Kingdom of Tungning on Taiwan.
  3. 1683

    Qing Dynasty Annexes Taiwan

    The Qing Dynasty annexed Taiwan, integrating it into the Chinese empire as part of Fujian province.
  4. 1895

    Treaty of Shimonoseki

    Following the First Sino-Japanese War, Taiwan was ceded to Japan under the Treaty of Shimonoseki, beginning 50 years of Japanese rule.
  5. 1945

    End of Japanese Rule

    After Japan's defeat in World War II, Taiwan was placed under the administrative control of the Republic of China.
  6. 1949

    ROC Government Relocates to Taiwan

    Following the Chinese Civil War, the ROC government, led by Chiang Kai-shek, retreated to Taiwan as the People's Republic of China was established on the mainland.
  7. 1971

    UN Seat Change

    The United Nations recognized the People's Republic of China as the legitimate government of China, replacing the ROC, which lost its UN seat.
  8. 1987

    End of Martial Law

    Martial law, which had been in place since 1949, was lifted, paving the way for democratic reforms in Taiwan.
  9. 1992

    First Legislative Yuan Elections

    Taiwan held its first fully democratic legislative elections, marking a significant step towards democratization.
  10. 1996

    First Direct Presidential Election

    Taiwan held its first direct presidential election, with Lee Teng-hui becoming the first democratically elected president.
  11. 2000

    Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) Victory

    Chen Shui-bian of the DPP was elected president, ending over 50 years of Kuomintang (KMT) rule.
  12. 2004

    Second DPP Presidential Win

    Chen Shui-bian was re-elected, marking the first time a non-KMT party won consecutive presidential terms.
  13. 2008

    KMT Returns to Power

    Ma Ying-jeou of the KMT was elected president, signaling a shift in Taiwan's political landscape.
  14. 2016

    First Female President

    Tsai Ing-wen of the DPP was elected as Taiwan's first female president.
  15. 2020

    Tsai Ing-wen Re-elected

    Tsai Ing-wen won a second term, reflecting strong public support for her policies and leadership.
  16. 2023

    Taiwan Semiconductor Industry Growth

    Taiwan continued to be a global leader in semiconductor manufacturing, with companies like TSMC playing a crucial role in the global tech supply chain.

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