Taiwan Lifts Martial Law After 38 Years: World's Longest Ends
President Chiang Ching-kuo terminates emergency rule imposed in 1949, marking historic milestone in democratization
By Freedom Correspondent
President Chiang Ching-kuo terminates emergency rule imposed in 1949, marking historic milestone in democratization
Former security chief and son of Generalissimo takes power, promising cautious reform while maintaining authoritarian control