This special issue of *Taiwan Insight* features work from five scholars awarded by the International Journal of Taiwan Studies Research Article Competition. The research covers a diverse range of topics relating to Taiwan, including Indigenous justice, vegan activism, and cross-Strait relations. Essays also delve into political communication and music history within Taiwan. This collection demonstrates the interdisciplinary nature of Taiwan-focused research. Researchers highlight how studying Taiwan contributes significantly to wider global academic discourse and public understanding. The issue showcases the growing importance of Taiwan as a subject of scholarly inquiry. Ultimately, the selected articles prove the value of continued research concerning Taiwan.