Now that the DPP has been replaced by the KMT in Taiwan, the stage is set for a stronger friendship with the United States, the consolidation of democracy in East Asia and continued stability in the region.
Some say the KMT victory in Taiwan’s legislative elections will put an end to rocky relations with the mainland. But the truth is both of Taiwan’s parties—as well as its people—have drifted far away from the regime in Beijing.
Taiwan faces a stark choice in its upcoming presidential elections. Will the country choose closer relations with the mainland or greater independence?
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The apparent election on March 20 of pro-independence candidate Chen Shui-bian to a second term as President of Taiwan raises serious questions about the future of cross-Strait peace and stability.
After an extremely narrow reelection victory, Taiwanese president Chen Shui-bian has revealed his true colors, indicating he will continue to advance the cause of Taiwan's independence.
President Bush made a startling change in Washington's Taiwan policy during a visit by Chinese premier Wen Jiabao in December.
A summit meeting between China's President Jiang Zemin and President George Bush has been scheduled for late October in Crawford, Texas.