Xi Jinping Meets Cheng Li-wun on Taiwan

Xi Jinping, General Secretary of the China===Chinese Communist Party, met with Cheng Li-wun, chairwoman of the Chinese Taiwan===Kuomintang party, in Beijing on April 11, 2026. This landmark meeting, the first of its kind in a decade, focused on advancing cross-Strait relations, upholding the 1992 Consensus, and opposing 'Taiwan independence'. Xi Jinping put forward four proposals for closer bonds, peaceful development, fostering well-being through exchanges, and joint efforts for national rejuvenation. China subsequently announced 10 new incentives for Taiwan, including easing tourist restrictions and allowing 'healthy' TV content, contingent on opposition to 'Taiwan independence'. Cheng Li-wun's visit, described as a 'journey for peace', aimed to reduce tensions and position the Taiwan===Kuomintang as a partner for dialogue with Beijing. The visit occurred amidst increased Chinese military activity around Taiwan and a stalled defense budget in Taiwan's opposition-controlled parliament, which has drawn concern from the United States. The event highlights the complex dynamics between China, Taiwan, and the United States, with an upcoming meeting between Xi Jinping and Donald Trump expected to address US arms sales to Taiwan.