Was Taiwan Ever Part of China?

About this episode

This episode explores the historical claims of China over Taiwan with Dr. Lee Moore.

Was Taiwan ever part of China — or is that a modern political claim built on a selective reading of history? In this episode of Perspectives with Neilo, I'm joined by author Dr. Lee Moore to unpack the historical record behind Beijing’s claims over Taiwan. Drawing on his new book, China’s Backstory: The History Beijing Doesn’t Want You to Read, Dr. Moore challenges some of the most widely repeated narratives about identity, sovereignty, and “reunification.” We explore Taiwan’s complex past, what history really tells us about its relationship with China, and how competing interpretations of that past continue to shape politics, public opinion, and regional stability today. China's Backstory: The History Beijing Doesn't Want You to Read can be purchased at the following links - Publisher's Site: https://unsungvoicesbooks.square.site/product/china-s-backstory-the-history-beijing-doesn-t-want-you-to-read-preorder/BXJSID5U6P4RVONS7V4HSZSH Or on Amazon: https://a.co/d/1xG7T9q

People in this episode

Host: Neilo

Guest: Dr. Lee Moore

Topics covered

• Taiwan
• China
• history
• sovereignty
• politics
• regional stability

Keywords

• Taiwan
• China
• history
• sovereignty
• reunification
• politics
• regional stability

Mentioned in this episode

Books & works: China’s Backstory: The History Beijing Doesn’t Want You to Read

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