ISSUE: about a novel written by an ex-East German journalist

Today I borrowed a novel written by an ex-East German journalist.

The current political status between Taiwan and China is very similar to Germany or Vietnam in the 1950’s; countries bearing the same name exist at the same time. As opposed to East Germany, Taiwan has always been trying to maintain a fuzzy or unclear policy. The Democratic Progressive Party may propose Taiwan Independence, but still stick by using the name of “Republic of China” and its political system, and have yet to declare ultimate detachment from China.

According to the ROC’s Constitution and various laws, the People’s Republic of China is termed as the “Mainland Area”, meaning it is a part of Republic of China. Apparently, the citizens of the People’s Republic of China is not treated or seen the same as Japanese or American foreigners. It is similar to the policies of two Germanys in past. Bonn and East Berlin also thinks that the current status of counterpart is not “pure” foreign country. Therefore, both are “comfortable” with the status quo.