by user Dannyjnorman It isn't surprising Taiwan is becoming vocal at this point in history. There are reasons why now might be the time for Taiwan find its voice. Taiwan's President Chen Shui-bian belted out a threat of independence from China on Sunday. President Chen laid out four desires for Taiwan. > Independence, a new constitution, further development and a change to the country's officially designated name. It was almost like a gauntlet thrown at China. Since China is handcuffed, Taiwan probably feels free to make statements of independence at this time. __NOEDITSECTION__