KMT Chair Cheng Li-wun’s Washington Visit Draws Praise and Protest

Kuomintang Chair Cheng Li-wun has wrapped up the Washington leg of her US trip, where she defended her party’s approach to Taiwan’s defense spending and called for dialogue with Beijing. Her visit drew close attention from both Taiwanese and American observers. While Cheng received support from some audiences, protesters and critics also questioned her positions and influence in Washington. Analysts say the trip helped introduce Cheng and the KMT’s policies to a wider US audience.