This book analyses the "China Impact" on Taiwan in terms of its social, political and security space from both an empirical and conceptual point of view. It is the first comprehensive account of China’s multifaceted impact on the politics and society of contemporary Taiwan. The book covers a wide range of topics including Taiwan’s party alignment, elections, generational politics, cross-strait political economy, immigration policy and security. The contributors highlight both the dangers and the opportunities of the "China impact" for Taiwan and draw a realistic picture of the island republic’s current situation and future options in the shadow of its giant neighbour.