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Taiwan's Opposition Leader Advocates Reconciliation During Nanjing Visit

4/8/2026

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Cheng Li-wun, Taiwan opposition leader, visited Nanjing on April 8, 2026, to honor Sun Yat-sen and advocate reconciliation with China amid rising military pressure.
She praised Taiwan's democratic evolution and China's post-revolution achievements.
Her visit coincided with stalled discussions in Taiwan's Parliament regarding a $40 billion defense budget.
Cheng's remarks emphasized unity across the Taiwan Strait, contrasting with President Lai Ching-te's stance that only Taiwanese people can determine their future.

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Cheng Li-wun, Taiwan opposition leader, visited Nanjing on April 8, 2026, to honor Sun Yat-sen and advocate reconciliation with China amid rising military pressure.
She praised Taiwan's democratic evolution and China's post-revolution achievements.
Her visit coincided with stalled discussions in Taiwan's Parliament regarding a $40 billion defense budget.
Cheng's remarks emphasized unity across the Taiwan Strait, contrasting with President Lai Ching-te's stance that only Taiwanese people can determine their future.