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United States & Republic of China — Kuomintang

14 shared events · Importance 4 · Last updated Jul 02, 2026

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United States: The United States>>> is a key player in Taiwan's defense and international relations, backing Taiwan's defense spending and being a potential meeting point for high-level political discussions.
Republic of China — Kuomintang: The Republic of China — Kuomintang>>> is Taiwan's largest opposition party, led by Cheng Li-wun>>>, and holds a majority in parliament. Its actions, such as cutting defense spending, directly impact Taiwan's military capabilities and international relations.
Jun 01, 2026 · 6 articles
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United States: The United States, through its lawmakers like Jim Banks, is urging Taiwan to pass its defense budget, signaling support for Taiwan's security.
Republic of China — Kuomintang: The Republic of China — Kuomintang, Taiwan's largest opposition party, holds a majority in parliament and supports defense spending but insists on dialogue with China and will not sign 'blank cheques'.
Apr 08, 2026 · 6 articles
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United States: The United States is Taiwan's primary international backer and arms supplier, strongly supporting Taiwan's military modernization and increased defense spending, particularly in drone production.
Republic of China — Kuomintang: The Republic of China — Kuomintang, Taiwan's main opposition party, has proposed its own drone legislation with a different funding mechanism, indicating political debate around defense spending.
Apr 20, 2026 · 6 articles
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United States: The United States has pressured Taiwan to increase defense spending, influencing Taiwan's defense budget plans. Its support is a factor in Taiwan's defense strategy.
Republic of China — Kuomintang: The Republic of China — Kuomintang, along with the Taiwan — Taiwan People s Party, passed a reduced special defense budget, cutting funds for drone procurement. This reflects political divisions over defense priorities.
Aug 05, 2026 · 48 articles
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International
United States: The United States reaffirmed its support for Taiwan through congressional meetings and discussions about arms sales, highlighting its commitment to Taiwan's defense and regional stability, despite potential tensions with China.
Republic of China — Kuomintang: Han Kuo-yu is a member of the Republic of China — Kuomintang party, which is Taiwan's opposition party, and his visit reflects its efforts to strengthen international ties.
Jun 24, 2026 · 8 articles
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United States: The United States>>> has paused a significant arms sale to Taiwan>>> due to concerns over munitions stockpiles for the ongoing war with Iran>>>. This decision raises questions about its commitment to allies and its defense industry's capacity.
Republic of China — Kuomintang: The Republic of China — Kuomintang, an opposition party in Taiwan, is mentioned as potentially being empowered by US ambivalence, advocating for accommodation with China. This reflects internal political dynamics in Taiwan.
May 20, 2026 · 68 articles
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Republic of China — Kuomintang: The Republic of China — Kuomintang, Taiwan's main opposition party, criticized the ban as an infringement on freedom of speech.
Dec 04, 2025 · 7 articles
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Republic of China — Kuomintang: The Republic of China — Kuomintang in Taiwan respects the United States' timing and considerations regarding the arms sale, hoping for continued commitment to Taiwan's defense.
Feb 28, 2026 · 6 articles
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Republic of China — Kuomintang: The Republic of China — Kuomintang, led by Cheng Li-wun, advocates for closer relations with China and supports the 1992 Consensus. The party's control of Taiwan's parliament has led to the stalling of a defense budget, drawing criticism from the ruling party and the United States.
Mar 30, 2026 · 96 articles
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International
Republic of China — Kuomintang: The Republic of China — Kuomintang is Taiwan's largest opposition party, whose chairwoman, Cheng Li-wun, visited Beijing to foster peace and plans to visit the United States.
Apr 12, 2026 · 12 articles
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Republic of China — Kuomintang: The Republic of China — Kuomintang, Taiwan's main opposition party, is criticized for stalling defense spending increases. Its chairwoman, Cheng Li-wun, met with China's Xi Jinping, where peace and cooperation were discussed, but China reiterated its stance against Taiwan's independence.
Apr 10, 2026 · 6 articles
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Republic of China — Kuomintang: The Republic of China — Kuomintang, an opposition party in Taiwan, is mentioned as potentially being empowered by US ambivalence, advocating for accommodation with China. This reflects internal political dynamics in Taiwan.
May 13, 2026 · 12 articles
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International
Republic of China — Kuomintang: Republic of China — Kuomintang officials in Taiwan argued that recent developments highlighted the risks of pursuing formal independence, aligning with the status quo.
May 15, 2026 · 48 articles
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Apr 27, 2026 · 6 articles
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