Taiwan Holds Referendum on Whether to Lower Voting Age

The video discusses Taiwan's referendum to lower the voting age from 20 to 18, which requires support from 9.6 million voters. It also covers the proposal to lower the candidacy age from 23 to 18. Beijing opposes the referendum, viewing it as a step towards independence. The referendum coincides with local elections, a crucial test for President Tsai Ing-wen's Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) before the 2024 presidential elections. The opposition, the Nationalist Party (KMT), aims to regain influence after past defeats. A generational divide in Taiwan shows younger people identifying as Taiwanese, supporting the DPP over the KMT, which favors unification with China. The results are significant for international relations, as the DPP's rise has strained Taiwan-China communications. Taiwan has long sought to lower voting and candidacy ages, having one of the highest voting ages globally.

What is the proposed new voting age in Taiwan?

• 16

• 18

• 20

• 22

What is the minimum age proposed for candidates running for public office in Taiwan?

• 16

• 18

• 21

• 23

Which party is hoping to make a comeback in local races in Taiwan?

• Green Party

• Democratic Progressive Party

• Social Democratic Party

• Nationalist Party

What is a significant factor in young people's support for the DPP over the KMT?

• Foreign relations

• Generational identity

• Environmental concerns

• Economic policies

Why are the referendum results significant internationally?

• They could affect Taiwan's trade agreements.

• They might influence Taiwan's military alliances.

• They could change Taiwan's educational policies.

• They are closely watched by Washington and Beijing.