Chinese President Xi meets Taiwan's opposition leader Cheng in Beijing
CNA • 2026-04-10T13:26:01Z • 5:58:00 • intermediate • News
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In a historic meeting, Chinese President Xi Jinping and Taiwan's opposition leader Chung Li-wen discuss the pressing need for peace across the Taiwan Strait. This rare encounter marks a significant moment in cross-strait relations.
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