Cheng Li-wen: If Trump Expresses Opposition to Taiwan Independence, It Aligns with KMT's Stance
Kuomintang (KMT) Chairwoman Cheng Li-wen stated that if Donald Trump expresses opposition to "Taiwan independence" and reaffirms the "One China policy," it would be fully consistent with the KMT's position. Her remarks were made during an interview with Japanese media, addressing the current cross-strait relations and the importance of avoiding war.
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(Central News Agency reporter Liu Kuan-ting, Taipei, May 13th) Kuomintang (KMT) Chairwoman Cheng Li-wen, in an interview with Japan's "Yomiuri Shimbun," was asked whether, if former US President Trump expressed an "opposition to Taiwan independence" stance during a Trump-Xi meeting, she would agree. Cheng Li-wen said, "If the US president expresses and reaffirms the One China policy and the stance against Taiwan independence, this is completely consistent with the Kuomintang's stance."
The KMT issued a press release stating that Cheng Li-wen recently accepted an exclusive interview with Japan's "Yomiuri Shimbun" to discuss current cross-strait relations. Cheng Li-wen pointed out that cross-strait relations are rapidly deteriorating, and the whole world is very anxious and worried about a potential war in the Taiwan Strait. Therefore, how to avoid war and maintain peace is the top priority.
When asked if Trump would express an "opposition to Taiwan independence" stance during a Trump-Xi meeting, Cheng Li-wen said, "If the US president expresses and reaffirms the One China policy and the stance against Taiwan independence, this is completely consistent with the Kuomintang's stance." Whether Trump will further strengthen his position, from not supporting to opposing Taiwan independence, remains to be seen.
During the interview, the reporter asked about CCP General Secretary Xi Jinping's promotion of cross-strait unification. Cheng Li-wen said that Xi Jinping also said he understands that cross-strait division is "not caused by a single day's coldness." But this is not an excuse for separation. Any differences and problems across the strait can be discussed and dialogued. Everyone can proceed step by step with the greatest perseverance and patience.
In addition, the KMT stated through its press release that the annual "Copenhagen Democracy Summit" of the Alliance of Democracies Foundation was held in Copenhagen on May 12th, with Huang Tzu-chuan, Deputy Director of the KMT's International Affairs Department, representing the party.
The KMT stated that this marks the second consecutive year the KMT has been invited by the Alliance of Democracies Foundation, and it is also the second time in a month that the KMT has appeared at an international democracy summit, following Deputy Executive Director Chen Yi-hsin's attendance at the International Democracy Union (IDU) summit in early May. This demonstrates Cheng Li-wen's determination to deepen party diplomacy and connect the KMT with the international community.
The KMT emphasized that as a responsible political party, it will continue to adhere to three major directions: "strengthening national defense, maintaining peace through continuous dialogue, and deepening international cooperation," making friends around the world and leading Taiwan to maintain security, stability, and prosperity in a changing global landscape. (Editor: Wan Shu-chang) 1150513
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(Central News Agency reporter Liu Kuan-ting, Taipei, May 13th) Kuomintang (KMT) Chairwoman Cheng Li-wen, in an interview with Japan's "Yomiuri Shimbun," was asked whether, if former US President Trump expressed an "opposition to Taiwan independence" stance during a Trump-Xi meeting, she would agree. Cheng Li-wen said, "If the US president expresses and reaffirms the One China policy and the stance against Taiwan independence, this is completely consistent with the Kuomintang's stance."
The KMT issued a press release stating that Cheng Li-wen recently accepted an exclusive interview with Japan's "Yomiuri Shimbun" to discuss current cross-strait relations. Cheng Li-wen pointed out that cross-strait relations are rapidly deteriorating, and the whole world is very anxious and worried about a potential war in the Taiwan Strait. Therefore, how to avoid war and maintain peace is the top priority.
When asked if Trump would express an "opposition to Taiwan independence" stance during a Trump-Xi meeting, Cheng Li-wen said, "If the US president expresses and reaffirms the One China policy and the stance against Taiwan independence, this is completely consistent with the Kuomintang's stance." Whether Trump will further strengthen his position, from not supporting to opposing Taiwan independence, remains to be seen.
During the interview, the reporter asked about CCP General Secretary Xi Jinping's promotion of cross-strait unification. Cheng Li-wen said that Xi Jinping also said he understands that cross-strait division is "not caused by a single day's coldness." But this is not an excuse for separation. Any differences and problems across the strait can be discussed and dialogued. Everyone can proceed step by step with the greatest perseverance and patience.
In addition, the KMT stated through its press release that the annual "Copenhagen Democracy Summit" of the Alliance of Democracies Foundation was held in Copenhagen on May 12th, with Huang Tzu-chuan, Deputy Director of the KMT's International Affairs Department, representing the party.
The KMT stated that this marks the second consecutive year the KMT has been invited by the Alliance of Democracies Foundation, and it is also the second time in a month that the KMT has appeared at an international democracy summit, following Deputy Executive Director Chen Yi-hsin's attendance at the International Democracy Union (IDU) summit in early May. This demonstrates Cheng Li-wen's determination to deepen party diplomacy and connect the KMT with the international community.
The KMT emphasized that as a responsible political party, it will continue to adhere to three major directions: "strengthening national defense, maintaining peace through continuous dialogue, and deepening international cooperation," making friends around the world and leading Taiwan to maintain security, stability, and prosperity in a changing global landscape. (Editor: Wan Shu-chang) 1150513
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