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Kuomintang

Kuomintang
The Kuomintang (KMT) is a prominent political party in Taiwan, with its headquarters in Taipei. Founded by Sun Yat-sen in 1912, it historically governed mainland China before relocating to Taiwan in 1949. Its core mission, guided by the “Three Principles of the People,” is to establish a free, democratic and prosperous Republic of China. The KMT focuses on political representation, governance, and promoting nationalism, democracy and people’s livelihood, notably contributing to Taiwan's economic development and democratisation.
Taiwan’s army has officially renamed the main auditorium of its headquarters. The island’s main opposition party, the Kuomintang, sees the move as an attempt by the DPP government to erase the legacy of late Kuomintang leader Chiang Kai-shek and the island’s historical ties to mainland China. Photo: Handout
Taiwan

KMT accuses Taiwan government of erasing Chiang Kai-shek after army hall renamed

While leadership says new Loyalty Hall name highlights army ethos, opposition accuses DPP of politicising military and rewriting history.

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Taiwan

Can the KMT’s new outspoken chairwoman win over Taiwan’s mainstream voters?

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Taiwan

Beijing sets October 25 as day to commemorate Taiwan’s restoration

Taiwan

Beijing will invite Taiwan guests to mark 80 years since Japan’s surrender of island

‘Great victory deserves to be commemorated by compatriots on both sides’ of strait, Taiwan Affairs Office says.

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Balloons are released at Tiananmen Square at the end of a military parade marking the 80th anniversary of victory in the “Chinese people’s war of resistance against Japanese aggression and the world anti-fascist war”, in Beijing on September 3. Photo: Eugene Lee
Taiwan

Xi congratulates new KMT leader, calls for efforts to ‘advance reunification’

Chinese president says he hopes ‘common political foundation’ can be upheld after Cheng Li-wun is elected as Kuomintang chairperson.

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Taiwan

William Lai’s pledge to ‘help make America great again’ stirs debate in Taiwan

Leader calls for closer cooperation on chips and AI, but critics say it could hollow out the island’s industrial base and weaken leverage.

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China’s Communist Party

CCTV drama Silent Honour marks rare salute to Communist Party spies in Taiwan

39-part series that premiered on Martyrs’ Day is first to hail crucial civil war intelligence provided by four undercover agents in Taiwan.

The plot of Silent Honour revolves around Wu Shi, a member of the underground Communist Party and a KMT lieutenant general delegated to Taiwan in 1949. Photo: CCTV
Chinese culture

How thousands of relics travelled 10,000 miles to ‘protect Chinese identity’

The story is little known in the West, but is a foundation for modern Chinese museology and a symbol of the nation’s resilience.

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Taiwan

Taiwan ‘won’t agree’ to 50-50 chip split with US, VP Cheng Li-chun says

Island’s lead trade negotiator returns from trade talks to fears that the ‘silicon shield’ could be under attack.

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Taiwan

Has Lutnick signalled the end of Taiwan’s ‘silicon shield’ against Beijing?

Island sees its semiconductor industry as a security guarantee but the US commerce secretary wants production split 50-50 with America.

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US Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick says the concentration of semiconductor production in Taiwan is a vulnerability for America. Photo: AP
Taiwan

Taiwan races to find Ragasa victims as ‘utterly vile’ political firestorm erupts

Authorities face hard questions over negligence as leaked DPP texts reveal ‘cold-blooded’ typhoon disaster blame strategy.

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A rescue team looks for flood victims in Hualien on Thursday following torrential rain. The disaster has sparked political hostilities and accusations that fatalities could have been avoided. Photo: AFP
Accidents and disasters in China

Death toll rises in Taiwan after Super Typhoon Ragasa bursts landslide lake

Island’s leader is staring at another political crisis as opposition lawmakers say warnings about the lake’s danger were ignored.

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Taiwan

Taiwanese voter discontent spikes over Lai’s cross-strait policy, poll finds

Annual survey adds pressure on William Lai Ching-te as more voters say they want dialogue, not confrontation with Beijing.

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Taiwan

What does Ko Wen-je’s release from detention mean for Taiwan’s opposition camp?

With the ex-chairman of the Taiwan People’s Party walking free, hopes are rising for a political comeback as the ruling party stumbles.

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Ko Wen-je, founder and former chairman of the Taiwan People’s Party, has been released on the highest bail amount in Taiwan’s history. Photo: CNA
Taiwan

Taiwan holds back on penalties for Victory Day parade supporters

Former KMT chief’s appearance in Beijing is ‘not to be punished by law’, cross-strait affairs official says.

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Former KMT chairwoman Hung Hsiu-chu (in green) drew criticism for attending the Beijing parade despite government warnings. Photo: CCTV
China's military weapons

Beijing’s Victory Day parade streamed live in Taiwan, stirring mixed reactions

Viewers either admired the weapons or derided the mainland, while politicians were divided on what to call the commemorations.

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Taiwan

Former KMT chair, Want Want manager among Taiwanese set to attend Beijing parade

War against Japan ‘is our common history’, 2016-2017 KMT chairwoman Hung Hsiu-chu says in social media post announcing arrival in Beijing.

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Taiwan

Taiwan’s opposition KMT has an opportunity, but who will take charge?

Few in the Kuomintang appear keen to take on the leadership – a job described as ‘a hot potato that no one wants to touch’.

Kuomintang chairman Eric Chu Li-luan (centre right) with KMT lawmakers on July 26 after they retained their seats in the first mass recall vote. Photo: EPA
Taiwan

My Take | Lame duck status arrives early for Taiwan leader William Lai

Dismal failure in two rounds of votes to recall opposition lawmakers, along with futile referendum, amounts to repudiation of governance.

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Taiwan

Taiwan warns celebrities to be wary of supporting Beijing’s military parade

Taipei cautions entertainers against echoing Communist Party ‘propaganda campaigns’ ahead of Beijing’s Victory Day celebrations.

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Taiwan

‘Arrogance of power’: Taiwan’s Lai suffers sharp defeat as both recall bids fail

Poor showing in nuclear referendum caps summer of setbacks for Taiwanese leader and his party, prompting softer tone from Lai and reform vow.

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Taiwanese leader William Lai meets the press following the second and final mass recall vote and a referendum on restarting the Maanshan nuclear power plant, in Taipei on Saturday. Photo: EPA
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Taiwan’s residency rule changes amount to ‘attack’ on mainland Chinese spouses

Beijing condemns amendment while Taiwanese critics say it targets innocent cross-strait relationships and may be unconstitutional.

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The regulatory overhaul introduces sweeping restrictions on mainland nationals applying to live or settle in Taiwan. Photo: Reuters
Taiwan

‘Extraordinary’: Taiwan’s William Lai hit by strong Japanese media backlash

Sharply worded editorials across media spectrum seen to reflect Japan’s concerns over Lai’s political direction after failed recall vote.

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Taiwan

Taiwan’s William Lai sees sharpest drop in approval rate in 15 months

Polls reflect discontent over Lai’s handling of recall votes, the response to Typhoon Danas and economic concerns linked to new US tariffs.

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Hong Kong politics

Opinion | How fear became a tool of manipulation, not just in Hong Kong

Without truth and transparency, fear can become a debilitating political tool that stifles opportunity and progress for everyone.

A child reacts as Kuomintang party supporters rally against a recall election in Taipei on July 25. Photo: Reuters
My Take

My Take | Do not equate William Lai and the DPP with Taiwan democracy

The island’s political system is doing fine, it’s the leader and government that are in trouble through mismanagement and ideological stubbornness.

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Taiwan’s William Lai Ching-te reacts during a drill inside a naval base as part of the annual Han Kuang military exercises, in Kaohsiung city, Taiwan, July 14, 2025. Photo: EPA
Crime in China

Taiwan’s Lai vows to lower US tariff rate as Trump’s 20% sparks backlash

US government is willing to talk, William Lai says, as KMT chief slams ‘serious setback’ and local media hint at billions in concessions.

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Taiwan

Taiwan relief over US 20% tariff but pressure mounts for island to concede more

Washington reportedly demands that Taiwan match investment commitments made by Japan and South Korea to qualify for 15 per cent tier.

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