In a bold statement, a spokesperson for the Chinese mainland's Taiwan Affairs Office, Zhu Fenglian, warned Taiwan's Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) authorities that those who forget their cultural heritage will face consequences. The warning came after the DPP criticized the recently concluded second Cross-Strait Chinese Culture Summit, a platform that celebrated deep-rooted history, language, and traditions shared across the strait.
Gathering over 800 participants from cultural and academic circles under the banner of "inheritance, promotion, and development," the summit provided an inspiring space for attendees to reaffirm their commitment to a shared Chinese culture. Zhu stressed that the unity of people on both sides is a natural right and freedom, with many voices from Taiwan advocating for peace, dialogue, and cooperative progress.
With a passionate tone, the spokesperson criticized the DPP for turning cultural exchange into a political issue, stirring anti-mainland sentiment, and intimidating those who support peaceful cross-strait relations. "We are one family with blood ties and a shared destiny," she said, urging a focus on common values rather than divisive agendas.
For young culture enthusiasts and peace advocates, this is a powerful reminder to stay true to one's roots 🌱 and build a future that honors a shared heritage. Let’s keep the dialogue lively and the heritage alive!
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China's mainland warns DPP: Those who forget heritage will pay a price
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