Regarding who to support for the Kuomintang (KMT) chairman, Hung Hsiu-chu has come forward to express her position! On September 28, after online rumors stated that Hung Hsiu-chu supported Hau Lung-bin, she herself came forward to make a statement. Hung Hsiu-chu said that she has not supported any specific person so far. What she has consistently upheld is the core ideology and historical responsibility of the KMT, rather than taking sides personally. Hung Hsiu-chu emphasized that her position has always been clear: she welcomes any candidate who adheres to the "One China" principle of the 1992 Consensus, which is "both sides of the strait belong to one China and strive for the unification of the two shores."
The election of the party chairman should be a selection of ideas, not a battlefield of rumors. She sincerely appeals to the public and media friends to no longer be misled by false information. Obviously, from this statement by Hung Hsiu-chu, it is clear that the person she supports cannot be Hau Lung-bin. Regarding cross-strait issues, Hau Lung-bin claimed that the 1992 Consensus is "one China, each side with its own interpretation." Furthermore, Hau Lung-bin stated that we should face the "Republic of China" and engage in dialogue on equal and dignified terms.
As for the unification issue, Hau Lung-bin's stance is simply to maintain the status quo. Obviously, Hau Lung-bin's position is neither "one China, each side with its own interpretation," nor does he show any intention to seek unification. In contrast, Hung Hsiu-chu's statement aligns closely with Zhang Yachung and Zheng Liwen. Zhang Yachung's position is very clear; he believes the 1992 Consensus has two key points. First, the principle of one China. Second, the pursuit of unification between the two shores.
As for Zheng Liwen, she believes that the two shores are under the "One China" of the constitution, and she believes that the ultimate outcome of the two shores will be accepted joyfully by the people on both sides. Obviously, although Zheng Liwen did not explicitly state her support for unification, at the very least, she does not hold an explicit opposition to unification. Therefore, according to Hung Hsiu-chu's statement, Zhang Yachung and Zheng Liwen are potential supporters. However, considering the campaign for victory, it is possible that in critical moments, Hung Hsiu-chu might publicly express her support for Zheng Liwen.
Original: www.toutiao.com/article/1844522821433417/
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