Ex-Chair of Taiwan Opposition Party to Attend Xi’s Parade

The former chairman of Taiwan's main opposition party, the Kuomintang (KMT), is set to attend a military parade in Beijing organized by Chinese President Xi Jinping. This decision defies the Taiwanese government's call for citizens to refrain from participating in the event. The KMT's ex-leader's attendance at the parade is seen as a controversial move, as it goes against the Taiwanese government's stance on maintaining distance from China's political events. The Taiwanese government has expressed its disapproval of the planned visit, emphasizing its concerns over potential implications for Taiwan's sovereignty and independence. The situation highlights the ongoing tensions between Taiwan and China, as well as the political divisions within Taiwan itself. The KMT's decision to send a representative to the parade is viewed as a gesture of goodwill towards China, while the Taiwanese government continues to advocate for its nation's autonomy.