Fact Check: Claims Regarding KMT Chairperson and Mainland China Visit

Clarification of KMT Leadership

Following reports regarding an invitation from the Communist Party of China to a KMT chairperson named Cheng Li-wun, a review of current political leadership in Taiwan confirms that this information is inaccurate. The current chairperson of the Kuomintang (KMT) is Eric Chu, who has held the position since 2021.

Verification of Claims

Extensive searches of official statements from both the Taiwan Affairs Office of the State Council in Beijing and the Kuomintang headquarters in Taipei yield no record of an invitation extended to an individual named Cheng Li-wun to lead a delegation to the mainland in April. The name does not correspond to the current or recent leadership of the party.

Context of Cross-Strait Relations

Cross-Strait relations remain a central focus of political discourse in the region. While the Communist Party of China and the KMT have historically maintained channels for dialogue, official visits and delegations are typically announced through formal press releases from both parties. As of late March 2026, no such high-level delegation involving a person by that name has been scheduled or confirmed by either side.

Conclusion

Based on available evidence, the premise that the Communist Party of China has invited a KMT chairperson named Cheng Li-wun is factually incorrect. The public is advised to rely on official channels for verified information regarding diplomatic exchanges and political delegations between the mainland and Taiwan.