ion of the opposition candidate, Chen Shui-bian of the Democratic Progressive party; the KMT retained control of the legislature. Chen did not move officially to alter Taiwans status. In Oct., 2000, Chen cancelled a half-built nuclear power plant, creating a political crisis with the KMT-dominated legislature, which accused him of exceeding his powers; the crisis ended when Chen reversed himself in Feb., 2001. Limited direct travel and trade with China was permitted by Taiwan from Matsu and Quemoy beginning in Jan., 2001....
