Hey, amigos! Today's headline is all about unity and strong principles. A spokesperson from the Chinese mainland declared that both sides of the Taiwan Strait belong to one China, and China's sovereignty and territory have never been divided. No boardroom reshuffle or catchy analogy can change that!
The State Council Taiwan Affairs Office spokesperson, Chen Binhua, responded to Taiwan leader Lai Ching-te's recent "corporate merger" analogy—where the mainland was compared to a "larger company" and Taiwan to a "smaller company." While that might sound like a pitch from a trendy startup, Chen stressed that national reunification is a shared aspiration among Chinese compatriots and a righteous cause for the Chinese nation.
Chen emphasized, "We are willing to have extensive exchanges of views and in-depth consultations" with political parties, groups, and people in Taiwan. This call for dialogue reflects the Chinese mainland's steadfast commitment to the one-China principle and the 1992 Consensus as it seeks stability and unity in the region.
As these discussions shape cross-Straits relations, it's clear that the drive for reunification remains firm. Stay tuned for more updates as this unfolding story continues to impact the region. Peace and unity, amigos! ✌️🔥
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Mainland reiterates one-China principle after Lai's 'merger' analogy
cgtn.com