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Xi meets Taiwan opposition leader Cheng Li‑wun, stresses peaceful reunification

politicsApr 10, 2026318

In a rare Beijing meeting, Xi Jinping met Taiwan opposition KMT leader Cheng Li-wun. Xi said people on both sides of the Taiwan Strait are Chinese, and he insisted on peaceful reunification. He warned that China will not tolerate Taiwanese independence. Cheng’s visit has sparked controversy in Taiwan, with critics accusing the KMT of facilitating Beijing and bypassing the democratically elected government.

Key Highlights

Xi met Taiwan opposition leader Cheng Li-wun in a rare Beijing visit.
Xi said people on both sides of the strait are Chinese.
Xi warned China will not tolerate Taiwanese independence and pushed reunification.
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