Yunlin County Magistrate Zhang Li-shan commented on a Wall Street Journal report stating Xi Jinping views KMT Chair Zheng Li-wen as a key candidate for the 2028 Taiwan presidential election. Zhang expressed optimism, saying the KMT has many talented individuals and would welcome a return to power, emphasizing peace and stability.
KMT Chair Zheng Li-wen's US visit sparks controversy as DPP questions the inclusion of standing committee member Chin Peng-chen, known for pro-unification remarks. DPP legislator Lin Chu-yin suspects Chin may be monitoring Zheng on behalf of Beijing. KMT caucus whip Lin Pei-hsiang dismisses the allegations as baseless political tactics.
The Wall Street Journal reported that sources close to Beijing believe KMT Chair Zheng Li-wen is favored to run for president in 2028. However, KMT insiders suggest she has not yet reached the popularity level of other potential candidates like Hou Yu-ih, Han Kuo-yu, and Chiang Wan-an.
