Taiwan’s Foreign Policy in the Field of International Relations

STAGE e.V. cordially invites you to a lecture followed by discussion:

“You too, Taiwan? Can the island democracy escape its political polarization? – Taiwan’s foreign policy in the field of international relations”

with Prof. Dr. Alexander Görlach

🗓 Date: Tuesday, 22 October 2025

🕕 Time: 6:00 p.m.

📍 Venue: TU Dresden, Office Building Zellescher Weg 17, Room BZW A307

The event will focus on Taiwan’s foreign policy and the question of how domestic polarization influences the democracy’s international capacity to act. Prof. Dr. Alexander Görlach will share his expertise on democracy, security, and international partnerships.

About the speaker:
Dr. Alexander Görlach is an expert on geopolitics and adjunct professor at New York University where he teaches democratic theory and -praxis. His field of expertise is the rise of China and what it means for democracies in East Asia. Prior to NYU Alexander had appointments at Harvard and Cambridge University. He was also a visiting scholar to both, Taiwan National University and City University Hongkong. His book "Alarmstufe Rot" is published in Taiwan and available in German and Mandarin. He is columnist and op-ed contributor for various outlets and a commentator for WeLT TV.

After the lecture, there will be an opportunity for discussion.

A small selection of refreshments will be provided for all guests.

Please register to attend.