ROC Takes Control of Taiwan

Following the conclusion of World War II, the Republic of China (ROC), under the leadership of the Kuomintang (KMT), assumed control of Taiwan. This transition marked a significant shift in governance for the island, which had been under Japanese rule for several decades prior. The ROC's claim to Taiwan has been a subject of ongoing debate, particularly regarding the legitimacy of the sovereignty transfer from Japan to the ROC. The political landscape in Taiwan was further complicated by the Chinese Civil War, which saw the KMT retreat to Taiwan after losing to the Communist Party of China. This led to the establishment of a separate government in Taiwan, while the People's Republic of China was formed on the mainland. The ROC's governance in Taiwan has since evolved, with significant developments in its political, economic, and social structures, contributing to Taiwan's unique identity today.