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Xi meets Taiwan opposition leader Cheng Li-wun in Beijing
KMT chair Cheng Li-wun met Chinese President Xi Jinping on April 10 in a high-profile visit that could affect cross-strait relations and Taiwan's election outlook while drawing close attention from the United States and Japan.
Apr 10th 2026 · Taiwan
Insights
- Cheng Li-wun held talks with Xi Jinping in Beijing on April 10, 2026.
- The visit is part of Cheng's China tour to reinforce ties between the Kuomintang and Beijing.
- Observers in Taipei, Washington and Tokyo are watching for shifts in cross-strait policy and regional security.
- The meeting coincides with expectations of a U.S.-China visit by President Donald Trump, adding diplomatic sensitivity.
- Domestic reactions in Taiwan could influence the KMT's prospects in upcoming elections.
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