INTERNATIONAL — March 30, 2026
Taiwan's KMT Chairman to Visit China Ahead of Expected Trump Trip
Taiwan's Kuomintang chairman Cheng Li-Wun will visit Beijing, Shanghai and Jiangsu from April 7 to 12 at the invitation of Chinese President Xi Jinping, ahead of U.S. President Donald Trump's expected mid-May trip to Beijing. The trip underscores China's engagement with the KMT despite refusing dialogue with Taiwan's current government.
The Ehtebar Desk — originates with Khaama Press — 2 min read
Taiwan's Kuomintang (KMT) chairman Cheng Li-Wun will visit Beijing, Shanghai and Jiangsu from April 7 to 12 at the invitation of Chinese President Xi Jinping.
The KMT announced the trip, stating that Cheng hopes cross-strait relations will develop peacefully through engagement with the Chinese Communist Party. China has refused formal dialogue with Taiwan's current government but maintains communication with the KMT.
The visit precedes U.S. President Donald Trump's expected mid-May trip to Beijing for meetings with Chinese leaders. It occurs amid ongoing U.S.-China tensions over Taiwan, which Beijing regards as its territory.
In Taiwan, debates continue on defense policies and cross-strait relations, highlighting divisions between the ruling Democratic Progressive Party and opposition KMT, which favors closer ties with the mainland.
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