cross-strait relations
Taiwan President Shows Solidarity with Japan Through Sushi Lunch Amid Rising China Tensions
Nov 20, 2025 07:08 pm CST
Taiwan President Lai Ching-te publicly shared images of himself enjoying Japanese sushi as a gesture of support for Japan amid escalating tensions with China over Prime Minister Takaichi's Taiwan comments. The diplomatic standoff has led to reported Chinese restrictions on Japanese imports, while Taiwan and the US reaffirm their support for Japan in the face of economic pressure from Beijing.
Xi Jinping Urges Taiwan Reunification in Message to New KMT Leader Cheng Li-wun Amid Cross-Strait Tensions
Oct 19, 2025 09:13 pm CST
Chinese President Xi Jinping congratulated newly elected Kuomintang party leader Cheng Li-wun with a call for advancing Taiwan's reunification with mainland China. The message comes amid rising cross-strait tensions, with Beijing refusing to engage with Taiwan's current leadership while fostering ties with the opposition KMT party, raising concerns about Chinese influence in Taiwan's democratic politics.
Taiwan's Nationalist Party Elects First Female Leader Amid Cross-Strait Tensions and Chinese Interference Claims
Oct 18, 2025 09:05 pm CST
Taiwan's main opposition Nationalist Party has elected Cheng Li-wun as its first female chairperson amid allegations of Chinese interference in the election process. As a self-described reformist, Cheng will lead the China-friendly KMT through crucial upcoming elections while navigating complex cross-strait relations with Beijing, which continues to claim Taiwan as its territory and increase pressure on the current administration of President Lai Ching-te.