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Cheng Li-wun: KMT's Bid for Stronger Ties with Beijing

12/24/2025

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Cheng Li-wun, leader of the Kuomintang (KMT), emphasizes a strong Chinese identity.
She is expected to meet President Xi Jinping soon.
Analysts say her leadership offers Beijing an opportunity, contrasting with the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP).
Cheng faces challenges, including internal party resistance, upcoming local elections, and balancing Beijing–Washington relations amid Beijing's renewed influence efforts.

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Story summary

Cheng Li-wun, leader of the Kuomintang (KMT), emphasizes a strong Chinese identity.
She is expected to meet President Xi Jinping soon.
Analysts say her leadership offers Beijing an opportunity, contrasting with the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP).
Cheng faces challenges, including internal party resistance, upcoming local elections, and balancing Beijing–Washington relations amid Beijing's renewed influence efforts.