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Taiwan's Vice-Chairman Heads to Beijing for Talks Amid Controversy

2/3/2026

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The Kuomintang vice-chairman Hsiao Hsu-tsen departed for talks in Beijing with a 40-member delegation.
The trip drew criticism from Taiwan's ruling Democratic Progressive Party and sparked debate over cross-strait strategy.
Hsiao aims to foster a peaceful environment via a think tank forum and a visit to Tsinghua University.
The forum will address tourism, healthcare, and disaster prevention.
Hsiao is expected to meet with Chinese officials during the visit.

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Story summary

The Kuomintang vice-chairman Hsiao Hsu-tsen departed for talks in Beijing with a 40-member delegation.
The trip drew criticism from Taiwan's ruling Democratic Progressive Party and sparked debate over cross-strait strategy.
Hsiao aims to foster a peaceful environment via a think tank forum and a visit to Tsinghua University.
The forum will address tourism, healthcare, and disaster prevention.
Hsiao is expected to meet with Chinese officials during the visit.