Direct communication between the Communist Party of China (CPC) on the Chinese mainland and Taiwan's Kuomintang (KMT) has increased since 2005, helping foster the peaceful development of cross-Strait ties.
Taiwan's deputy leader Wu Den-yih on Wednesday stressed the promotion of cross-Strait relations, saying it is vital to the island's survival and development.
Taiwan's leader Ma Ying-jeou announced Tuesday he will step down as chairman of the ruling Kuomintang (KMT) party, taking responsibility for the party's poor showing in recent local elections.
A proposal has been approved by Taiwan's ruling Kuomintang (KMT) for appointing Wu Den-yih as vice chairman of the party.
Students and members of the public stormed into the building of Taiwan's administrative authority on Sunday evening in protest about a cross-Strait service pact.
Wang Jin-pyng, head of Taiwan's legislative body, denied lobbying accusations on Tuesday, saying that he "would not accept an illegal accusation."
A financial support programme for 92 KMT veterans was unveiled Friday in China's central Hunan Province, recognizing the sacrifice they've made in the battle against the Japanese invasion.
Xi Jinping, general secretary of the Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee, will meet with Wu Po-hsiung, honorary chairman of the Kuomintang (KMT) later this month.