Ma's pro-China drive hits trouble as Taiwan students come of age
Taipei (AFP) April 11, 2014 - The last time Taiwanese students mobilised en masse, they brought about an end to decades of martial rule. Now, they are scenting victory in a new battle for the island's soul as they repel government plans to embrace China ever closer. For both sides, the debate about strengthening trade ties with the giant mainland is an existential one. President Ma Ying-jeou says that without his mooted ... more

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