In the party mood

Article Abstract:

The Chinese Communist Party's greetings telegram to the 15th annual congress of Taiwan's ruling Kuomintang (KMT) party, in Aug 1997, indicates the possibility of a rapprochement between the two parties. The message, from the Communist Central Committee to its opposite number, ends a two-year break in official communications, and may signal a desire from Beijing to bypass communications with KMT leader Lee Teng-hui. The KMT says it will respond, but officials do not see any change in positions on issues dividing Taipei and Beijing. The KMT congress re-elected Lee Teng-hui as Chairman.

Political organizations, Management, International relations, Communist Party (China), Kuomintang

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Time to reach out: China - Taiwan

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The Taiwan government has been invited by China for official talks regarding the reunification of the island with the mainland. This gestureis a complete reversal from China's past Taiwan policy wherein government leveltalks have been avoided so as not to legitimise Taiwan's status. Taiwan's success in fostering Western relations, particularly the US and the realizationof the economic priority of relating to the cash-rich Taipei are seen to be thereason behind China's policy shift. However, people in Taiwan are not inclined towards readily trusting Peking's overtures.

Reports, Chinese reunification question

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Don't tread on me: China's bullying brings out steel in Taiwanese

Article Abstract:

Taiwanese have responded to China's recent threats and criticisms with more self-confidence than in the past, perhaps strengthening the pro-independence movement. The Internet sections on Taiwanese politics and society boast 300 messages a day, and talk-radio programs say 9 in 10 callers want Taiwan to stand up for its rights. Some people claim a free Taiwan would be better for China as well, though others are worried about the dispute's effects on the stockmarket, and some signs hint at increased emigration.

Cover Story, Self-determination, National, National self determination, Public opinion, Taiwanese, Chinese (Taiwan)

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