KMT Chairwoman Cheng Li-wen proposed an "EU model" for cross-strait peace during a forum in New York. Lawyer Huang Di-ying criticized the proposal, stating China's authoritarian regime disqualifies it from such a model, and suggested this is why Cheng was denied meetings with US officials.
The 18th Straits Forum held in Xiamen emphasized peaceful development of cross-Strait relations and national reunification. Top official Wang Huning stressed adherence to the one-China principle and the 1992 Consensus, opposing "Taiwan independence" and foreign interference. Taiwanese representatives echoed the call for deeper cooperation and shared national rejuvenation.
KMT Chair Sophia Chan visited Santa Clara, California, discussing AI energy needs with Mayor Lisa Gillmor. Chan criticized Taiwan's energy policy under the DPP, advocating for robust infrastructure based on Santa Clara's experience. They also discussed cross-strait tensions and women in politics.
Taiwan's Mainland Affairs Council Minister Chiu Chui-cheng criticized KMT Chair Johnny Chiang's upcoming US visit, accusing her party of echoing Beijing's narrative on the '1992 Consensus' and 'anti-Taiwan independence.' Chiu stated the KMT under Chiang has become like Hong Kong's pro-Beijing 'establishment' and is helping China implement 'one country, two systems.'
Cheng Li-wun is the chairwoman of Taiwan’s largest opposition party, the Kuomintang (KMT). In this far-ranging interview, she discusses her vision for peace and cooperation between Taiwan and mainland China, her meeting in April with Communist Party chief Xi Jinping and her coming trip to the United States in June. Cross-strait relations have been increasingly tense for more than 10 years. What approach can change this situation? As long as both sides of the strait accept the 1992 consensus and...
