KMT in Taiwan

KMT, or the Kuomintang, is Taiwan’s major political party that originally ruled China before retreating to Taiwan after 1949. It traditionally advocates for closer ties with mainland China, economic development, and preservation of Chinese cultural identity. The party played a central role in Taiwan’s modernization and democratization but experienced shifts in policies over time. Today, KMT remains influential, representing a more conservative and pro-China stance compared to Taiwan’s other major party. Its platform emphasizes stability, economic growth, and maintaining good relationships with China, while also participating actively in Taiwan’s democratic political process.