Gains of engagement

A breakthrough in the relations between the mainland and Taiwan is expected, with positive changes in the island and frequent meetings between heads of the Communist Party of China (CPC) and the Kuomintang party (KMT).

KMT Chairman Wu Poh-hsiung kicks off his mainland trip today and will meet President Hu Jintao on Wednesday. They are scheduled to deliberate on the resumption of dialogue on the basis of the "1992 consensus." Under the guideline each side could interpret the term "One China" in its own way.

The talks between the two parties will make more sense since the KMT trounced the pro-independence Democratic Progressive Party in March.