The Strange Case of Prosecutor Hou Kuan-jen
The highest auditory agency in Taiwan, the Control Yuan, found him guilty of multiple violations of law in the Tai Ji Men case. Yet, he has never been sanctioned. by Massimo Introvigne An article already published in Bitter Winter on March 31st, 2021. Prosecutor Hou...
“Right to Truth” on Human Rights Violations Discussed in a Webinar
On the day commemorating the assassination of Bishop Romero, experts gathered to discuss transitional justice and the Tai Ji Men case in Taiwan. by Massimo Introvigne An article already published in Bitter Winter on March 30th, 2021. Archbishop Óscar Arnulfo Romero...
Abuse of State Power and Freedom of Religion and Belief
A conference in Taiwan featured an in-depth discussion on how states go beyond their legal and democratic limits. A synthesis of the proceedings. by Xuan Zhao An article already published in Bitter Winter on March 16th, 2021. Group photograph of conference...
Religious Liberty and Democracy: A Never-Ending Journey
Every year, Taiwan commemorates the 228 incident, a dark page of its past, and vows to protect democracy. But this should include protecting freedom of religion or belief. by Massimo Introvigne* *A speech at the Conference for Tax and Legal Reform organized in Taipei...