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Cheng Li-wun says U.S. lawmakers see softer China stance
KMT Chairwoman Cheng Li-wun defended her claim that U.S. lawmakers see China showing a ’softer side’ toward Taiwan after a two-week trip to the United States.
2026/06/17 17:00
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What to know about Cheng Li-wun’s peace pitch to the U.S.
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2026/05/27 17:37
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Competing visions collide over Taiwan’s security strategy
President Lai Ching-te rejects the 1992 Consensus as Taiwan’s opposition slashes NT$470B from defense spending, exposing competing security strategies.
2026/05/20 20:53
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President Lai unveils new defense, SME plans amid deadlock
Taiwan President Lai Ching-te announces NT$1T (US$31.6B) SME package and alternative defense bill after surviving impeachment, bypassing opposition.
2026/05/20 11:41
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Taiwan announces wage boost, family policy reforms
Premier Cho Jung-tai highlighted Taiwan’s achievements and future plans, including a child support proposal, wage increases, and reaffirming sovereignty amid cross-strait tensions.
2026/05/19 16:38
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Lai under pressure at home, abroad on 2nd anniversary
Taiwan’s President Lai survives impeachment (56-50 vote) as Trump calls US$14B arms package ’negotiating chip’ after Beijing summit. Congress vows support despite uncertainty.
2026/05/19 16:28
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TVBS Poll: Stock market surge masks governance shortcomings
Taiwan President Lai Ching-te’s approval rose from 32% to 38% on economic growth, but governance satisfaction stayed at 31%. Here is what to know.
2026/05/18 19:21
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Taiwan left guessing after dueling Trump-Xi readouts
Taiwan’s Premier Cho Jung-tai says the island is ’closely monitoring’ after China warned Trump of ’collision—even conflict,’ but the White House stayed silent.
2026/05/15 15:15
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Lai Ching-te marks two years with mixed reviews from voters
Taiwan President Lai Ching-te’s approval climbs to 38% at two-year mark as economic satisfaction surges 12 points, but anti-fraud efforts score worst rating.
2026/05/14 17:08
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Analysts warn Taiwan could upend Trump’s landmark China trip
Trump met Xi in Beijing with Taiwan as the summit’s ’wild card.’ Former U.S. Ambassador Burns urged Trump to maintain 50 years of Taiwan arms sales policy.
2026/05/14 15:39
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DPP legislator Shen launches uphill bid for Taipei mayor
Puma Shen, a DPP legislator, announced his candidacy for Taipei mayor, challenging incumbent Chiang Wan-an. Early polls show Chiang leading with 52.9% support.
2026/05/13 15:17
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From Ma to Cheng: Taiwan’s summit views show rare stability
A decade after Ma-Xi, Taiwanese views on China dialogue remain stable. New poll reveals 27-point gap between support for official talks vs. opposition outreach.
2026/04/24 18:56
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TVBS poll: Taiwanese want talks, just not opposition-led
A TVBS poll finds 66% of Taiwanese support resuming government talks with Beijing, but only 39% backed the KMT chairwoman’s April meeting with Xi Jinping.
2026/04/24 17:06
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Taiwan’s Cheng Li-wun eyes June U.S. trip after Xi meet
Taiwan opposition leader Cheng Li-wun says heavyweight US lawmakers invited her to Washington, but she cannot name them. Visit planned for June 2026.
2026/04/20 19:22
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Taiwan president calls for no compromise on defense budget
Taiwan President Lai Ching-te urges legislators to pass a US$39.6B defense budget without compromise, days after KMT chairwoman met Xi Jinping in Beijing.
2026/04/17 16:58
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Taiwan says demand for cross-strait flights is overstated
Taiwan confirms receiving China’s letter urging restoration of cross-strait direct flights but says it arrived through the wrong channel. Demand ’not as high as imagined.’
2026/04/16 17:58
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Taiwan president rejects One China framework for peace
Taiwan President Lai Ching-te criticized the KMT’s meeting with Xi Jinping, emphasizing Taiwan’s sovereignty and rejecting the One China framework. He urged opposition parties to pass the budget and strengthen defense regulations.
2026/04/15 16:02
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Cheng Li-wun says Xi emphasized cross-strait patience
KMT Chairwoman Cheng Li-wun discusses her visit to China, emphasizing peaceful development and cooperation. She critiques Taiwan’s DPP and plans a U.S. visit.
2026/04/15 15:21
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Taiwan dismisses China’s cross-strait package as recycled
Taiwan’s government dismissed China’s 10-point cross-strait package as recycled offers, with Premier Cho comparing them to ’the same gift basket sent multiple times.’
2026/04/13 18:54
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Cheng returns from Xi meeting to divided Taiwan reception
KMT Chairwoman Cheng Li-wun returned to Taiwan after meeting Xi Jinping as Beijing announced 10 cross-strait measures. The KMT called them ’gifts’; the DPP rejected them.
2026/04/12 18:20
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Cheng-Xi talks revive 1992 Consensus, expose Taiwan’s divide
Cheng-Xi meeting exposes Taiwan’s political divide: KMT endorses 1992 Consensus, DPP warns against compromise with authoritarians. November elections loom.
2026/04/10 18:29
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Cheng seeks structured cross-strait dialogue after Xi talk
Cheng Li-wun of the Kuomintang met with Xi Jinping to discuss peace in the Taiwan Strait, emphasizing dialogue based on the 1992 Consensus. She aims to foster mutual respect and prevent conflict.
2026/04/10 15:29
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KMT Chairwoman Cheng meets Xi Jinping at Beijing talks
Kuomintang Chairwoman Cheng Li-wun meets with CCP General Secretary Xi Jinping in Beijing, marking the first leadership meeting in nearly a decade. The meeting aims to promote cross-strait peace and dialogue.
2026/04/10 11:34
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KMT Chair Cheng Li-wun to meet Xi Friday during China visit
KMT Chairwoman Cheng Li-wun is set to meet CCP General Secretary Xi Jinping in Beijing on Friday. This marks the first meeting between the parties’ leaders in nearly a decade.
2026/04/10 09:45
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KMT chair meets Taiwan businesses in China amid defense row
KMT Chairwoman Cheng Li-wun met Taiwanese businesspeople in Shanghai Thursday, promising a ’new era’ in 2028, while her party boycotted a US$39.3B defense bill.
2026/04/09 20:31