Cheng Li-wun
Coverage of Cheng Li-wun in the Nexus archive.
- Trump ally Steve Daines rejects claims of talks with KMT leader
Republican Senator Steve Daines denied meeting with Kuomintang leader Cheng Li-wun during her recent US visit, stating she only met his staff. Cheng claimed they met, but Daines refuted this in an interview with South China Morning Post.
- Is the US trying to sway Taiwan’s KMT by receiving its legislative speaker?
Taiwanese Legislative Speaker Han Kuo-yu's visit to Washington, along with recent trips by other KMT members, reflects a US effort to strengthen ties with Taiwan's Kuomintang (KMT) amid political uncertainty after the 2028 leadership election.
- Taiwan’s opposition leader touts talks with China as necessary for peace during US trip
Taiwan’s opposition leader Cheng Li-wun, during a U.S. visit, emphasized the importance of dialogue with China for regional peace while reaffirming her party’s commitment to Taiwan’s defense. She highlighted shared goals with President Trump on avoiding conflict and met with U.S. lawmakers and Trump administration representatives amid rising U.S.-Taiwan-China tensions.
- Taiwan's opposition leader touts talks with China as necessary for peace during US trip
Taiwan’s opposition leader Cheng Li-wun stated during a U.S. visit that her party supports dialogue with China for peace in the Taiwan Strait while maintaining Taiwan's defense. She emphasized avoiding secession and aligning with U.S. President Trump’s stance on non-intervention. The U.S. Congress approved a $14 billion arms sales package to Taiwan, pending Trump administration approval.
- Taiwan's opposition leader touts talks with China as necessary for peace during US trip
Taiwan's opposition leader Cheng Li-wun emphasized the necessity of dialogue with China to ensure peace during a U.S. trip, stating her party supports avoiding war while maintaining Taiwan's defense. She met with U.S. lawmakers and Trump administration officials amid rising U.S.-Taiwan-China tensions, including a pending $14 billion arms sales package.
- KMT chief Cheng Li-wun meets Trump ally Steve Daines in Washington
The leader of Taiwan's main opposition Kuomintang met with Trump ally Steve Daines and other US lawmakers in Washington. She outlined the party's position on defense and energy, supporting American arms sales to the island.
- Two House Republicans to meet with the leader of Taiwan's Beijing-friendly opposition party
Two House Republicans are meeting with Taiwan's Beijing-friendly opposition leader Cheng Li-wun during her Washington visit. The discussions focus on defense spending and her recent meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping, amid China's scrutiny of U.S. policy toward Taiwan and potential Trump-Lai communications.
- Cheng Li-wun talks Trump, Taiwan and a future leadership run
Taiwan’s Kuomintang (KMT) leader Cheng Li-wun praised US President Donald Trump’s comments opposing Taiwan independence as a positive step toward reducing tensions. She emphasized the KMT’s adherence to the 'one China' principle and maintaining the status quo across the Taiwan Strait.
- KMT leader says Taiwan can preserve peace by avoiding ‘de jure independence’
Taiwan's main opposition leader stated cross-strait peace can be maintained if Taipei avoids 'de jure independence'. Cheng Li-wun, chairwoman of the Kuomintang, made the remarks during a Harvard University seminar in the United States.
- Taiwan opposition leader promotes cross-strait peace during US trip
Taiwan opposition leader Cheng Li-wun is promoting cross-strait peace during a US visit, urging Beijing and Washington to pursue reconciliation and cooperation to avoid war. The trip by a Kuomintang delegation has drawn attention from Beijing, Taipei, and Washington.
- Between Beijing and the Budget: The Domestic Realities of Taiwan’s Defense Spending Drama
Taiwan’s Legislative Yuan passed a $25 billion defense budget after a six-month stalemate, ending a legislative deadlock that strained U.S.-Taiwanese relations. A bipartisan open letter from U.S. senators and a controversial 'peace' visit by Kuomintang chairwoman Cheng Li-wun highlighted tensions.
- Taiwan’s opposition leader arrived in SF, kicking off high-profile U.S. trip
Taiwan’s opposition leader Cheng Li-wun arrived in San Francisco, beginning a high-profile U.S. trip. The visit occurs as Beijing intensifies pressure on Washington over Taiwan, which China considers part of its territory.
- Taiwan opposition leader to visit DC
Taiwan’s opposition leader Cheng Li-wun is visiting Washington, D.C., to meet with lawmakers, advocating for negotiations with mainland China over unification. The visit follows her meeting with Chinese leader Xi Jinping and occurs amid uncertainty about U.S. commitment to Taiwan, highlighted by a defense secretary who omitted the island in a recent speech and a delayed $14 billion arms package.
- Can Taiwanese opposition leader pull off balancing act during US trip?
Taiwan’s main opposition leader is due to arrive in the United States for a politically sensitive two-week visit. The Kuomintang delegation, led by the party’s chairwoman Cheng Li-wun, will visit San Francisco, Boston, New York, and Washington for meetings.
- Taiwan opposition leader heads to US
KMT leader Cheng Li-wun is traveling to the US for a two-week visit. She expressed interest in meeting President Donald Trump but may face scrutiny over her stance on China relations.
- MT's Cheng Li-wun on US Visit, Peace and Defense Budget
Cheng Li-wun of MT visits the United States to discuss peace and defense budget matters, highlighting regional security cooperation.
- Taiwan's Cheng Li-wun Seeks Trump Meeting After Beijing Trip
Taiwan's Cheng Li-wun seeks a meeting with former U.S. President Donald Trump following a trip to Beijing. The move highlights potential diplomatic efforts between Taiwan and the U.S. amid ongoing cross-strait tensions.
- Taiwan's Cheng Li-wun Seeks Trump Meeting After Beijing Trip
Taiwanese official Cheng Li-wun is seeking a meeting with U.S. President Donald Trump following a trip to Beijing. The move highlights potential diplomatic efforts between Taiwan and the U.S. amid cross-strait relations.
- China’s offer to win over Taiwan
The article discusses China's diplomatic efforts to engage Taiwan through a podcast analyzing Cheng Li-wun's recent visit to Beijing. The visit is examined in the context of cross-strait relations, with insights gathered from a Taiwanese night market.
- China says it will resume some ties with Taiwan after visit by opposition leader
China announced plans to resume some ties with Taiwan, including direct flights and aquaculture product imports, following a visit by Kuomintang leader Cheng Li-wun. The move involves establishing communication mechanisms between the Communist Party and Taiwan's Kuomintang Party, though Taiwan's government criticized it as circumventing official negotiations.
- China Unveils Taiwan Goodwill Steps After Rare Opposition Talks
China announced goodwill measures toward Taiwan following rare talks with Taiwan opposition leader Cheng Li-wun. The meeting between Chinese President Xi Jinping and Cheng Li-wun in Beijing highlights efforts to engage with Taiwan's opposition.
- Taiwan opposition leader meets Xi in Beijing as Taiwan defense fight intensifies
Taiwan's opposition leader Cheng Li-wun met China's President Xi Jinping in Beijing, emphasizing Taiwan's status as part of China. The meeting occurred amid tensions over Taiwan's defense budget and political dynamics between the ruling DPP and opposition KMT.
- China's Xi talks peace with Taiwan's opposition leader even as Beijing raises military pressure
Chinese President Xi Jinping met with Taiwan's main opposition leader, Cheng Li-wun, in Beijing on Friday. The meeting occurs amid reports of increased military pressure from Beijing, highlighting both diplomatic engagement and regional tensions.
- China's Xi meets Taiwan opposition leader ahead of key summit with Trump
Chinese President Xi Jinping met with Taiwan's opposition leader Cheng Li-wun to discuss peace, but Taiwan's ruling party expresses concerns this could weaken its democratic systems. The meeting occurs ahead of a significant summit involving U.S. President Trump.
- China's Xi meets Taiwan opposition leader ahead of key summit with Trump
Chinese President Xi Jinping met with Taiwan's opposition leader Cheng Li-wun of the Kuomintang (KMT) ahead of a key summit with U.S. President Donald Trump. The meeting aimed to pursue peace, but Taiwan's ruling party expressed concerns it could undermine their democracy.
- Taiwan opposition leader calls for ‘reconciliation’ after meeting Xi
Taiwan's opposition KMT leader Cheng Li-wun called for reconciliation after meeting Chinese President Xi Jinping, emphasizing shared cultural heritage. She proposed slowing Taiwan's military build-up to foster peace.
- Taiwan opposition leader meets Xi Jinping in Beijing
Taiwan opposition leader Cheng Li-wun met Chinese President Xi Jinping in Beijing. This marks the Kuomintang's first sitting leader visit to China in a decade.
- Taiwan opposition leader meets Xi Jinping in Beijing
Taiwan opposition leader Cheng Li-wun met Chinese President Xi Jinping in Beijing, marking the Kuomintang's first sitting leader visit to China in a decade. The meeting highlights cross-strait political engagement.
- Taiwan’s opposition leader meets China’s Xi Jinping as both sides call for peace
Taiwan's opposition leader Cheng Li-wun met Chinese President Xi Jinping in Beijing, marking the first such encounter in over a decade. Both sides emphasized peaceful reunification, though tensions persist with China's military activities and disputes over Taiwan's sovereignty.
- Xi tells Taiwan opposition leader people on both sides of strait are Chinese in rare meeting
Chinese President Xi Jinping met with Taiwan's opposition leader Cheng Li-wun in a rare visit, emphasizing shared Chinese identity and peace. The meeting, the first in a decade, sparked controversy in Taiwan over Cheng's perceived closeness to China.