Abstract
Taiwan is facing three crises: economic recession, identity crisis,
and political stalemate with Mainland China.
Last year, Taiwan suffered its first negative economic growth
in 50 years. Heated debate over what is called “localization”
-- Taiwanization or de-sinicization – has provoked the identity
crisis. Relations between Taipei and Beijing have become increasingly
tense, as Beijing is convinced that Taiwan is “creeping” toward
independence.
The Kuomintang insists that Taiwan become part of the "Greater
Chinese Economic Zone" lest it should fall behind in economic
globalization, that Taipei resume dialogue with Beijing for a
peaceful settlement of disagreements, and that a veritable national
identity be established.
As far as reengineering for the party itself is concerned, the
Kuomintang should trim down its organizational structure and streamline
its functional roles. Younger personnel, less than 40 years of
age, should account for at least half of its cadre.