Due to military alignments, what happens to Taiwan at its crossroads will cast a long shadow over the Philippines as well. To unify the DPP, Lai was then selected to be Tsai's running mate. In the past, the US stated policy toward Taiwan prioritized peace and stability across the Taiwan Strait. In the late 20th century, Taiwan joined the newly industrialized Asian dragons by focusing on economic development. In Taiwan, the key challenge is to translate the economic frustration of the people into a viable political force.
