Jaw Shaw-kong: Han Kuo-yu and I are 'iron brothers' despite event cancellation

Kuomintang (KMT) Vice Chairman Jaw Shaw-kong downplayed any potential rift with Legislator Han Kuo-yu, following Han's last-minute cancellation of his appearance at an event organized by Jaw. Han was scheduled to attend a commemoration of the Marco Polo Bridge Incident and the 70th anniversary of the Huang Fu Hsing, an event led by Jaw. Han cited a sudden diplomatic engagement with departing foreign guests as the reason for his absence, opting instead to send a video message.

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It's completely fine. Han Kuo-yu and I have a 49-year friendship, we are iron brothers forever.

Jaw stressed the deep, 49-year-long friendship between him and Han, referring to them as "eternal iron brothers." He stated emphatically that there were no misunderstandings between them, despite a public spat in April. During a KMT Central Standing Committee meeting, Jaw had threatened to seek Han's expulsion if he was perceived to be "selling out the party for glory." This statement caused significant internal backlash, although Han later met with Jaw, reportedly to "apologize," which helped to quell the controversy.

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Our fathers' generation handed the Republic of China to us. We have the responsibility and obligation to shoulder this responsibility, and we cannot forget the most important mission and challenge: to hand over this flag of the Republic of China, completely and healthily, to our next generation.

In his video message, Han invoked the legacy of their fathers' generation, emphasizing their responsibility to protect and pass on the Republic of China (Taiwan) to the next generation. He urged fellow party members to remember their shared beliefs and to safeguard the nation, concluding with wishes for good health and prosperity for the country. Jaw's reassurances and Han's message aimed to project unity within the party.

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Our efforts and persistence for decades have been for this belief. I hope all comrades, brothers and sisters, remember the unwavering belief we have held for decades, and protect and guard the Republic of China.