Frames the Kuomintang as a reasonable, peace-seeking alternative to Taiwan’s ruling party
Cheng’s statements are presented with minimal pushback, emphasizing her commitment to peace and democracy while dismissing accusations of collusion with Beijing. The framing leans into portraying the party as pragmatically pro-dialogue without being anti-defense.
“To initiate the dialogue cross-strait with Xi Jinping doesn’t mean that we will give up the deterrence strength in Taiwan, and, of course, it doesn’t mean that we will compromise or give up our democracy and freedom,” Cheng said...”
