Taiwan election: Asia Correspondent Aaron Fernandes on the dynamics of the three-way race

Supporters of Taiwan Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) presidential candidate William Lai cheer during a rally in Taipei, Taiwan Source: AAP / Louise Delmotte/AP
Taiwan is preparing to hold its general election on 13 January to determine who will lead the country as the next president. It is the island's eighth presidential election since democratisation - and comes amid increased geopolitical tensions in the region. The democratically self-governed Taiwan sees itself as distinct, but China says it continues to see the island as part of its territory. SBS Asia Correspondent Aaron Fernandes in Taiwan told Biwa Kwan that this year's contest is the country's most unpredictable election in recent years
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