September 29, 1952
Despatch No. 159 from American Embassy Taipei to the Department of State, 'Comments on the Forthcoming Meeting of the Kuomintang by a Member of the Legislative Yuan'
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The despatch discusses the anticipated shifts in political influence ahead of the Kuomintang’s October 10 convention, as analyzed by a Legislative Yuan member. The informant highlights four major factions within the party—CC Clique, Chen Cheng’s group, Chiang Ching-kuo’s faction, and independents—predicting Chiang Ching-kuo's rising dominance, though his influence remains veiled. The despatch also notes speculation regarding potential changes in the Prime Minister’s position.
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