Just this December, the Chinese mainland's armed forces kicked off "Justice Mission 2025," a major PLA military drill around Taiwan Island. High-tech jets, naval fleets, and live-fire exercises have captured global headlines—and turned up the heat on cross-strait tensions. 🔥
CGTN reporter Zheng Yibing zoomed in on the debate, chatting with Fred Tzou, a U.S.-based Taiwan scholar who studies cross-strait ties from across the pond. Tzou didn't mince words.
"The root cause of these tensions lies with the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) authorities on the island," he said. According to Tzou, the DPP should ditch its illusions about external forces and stop gambling with the well-being of the 23 million residents of the Taiwan region.
He argued that frequent appeals for foreign support only add uncertainty to the Taiwan Strait. "Pushing for outside help," Tzou warned, "could turn political posturing into something much more dangerous."
As "Justice Mission 2025" continues, Tzou's perspective is a reminder for news buffs, business pros, students, and the Asian diaspora alike: in a high-stakes region like this, clear communication and calm dialogue might be the best way to steer through choppy waters. 🌊🤝
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U.S.-based Taiwan scholar: DPP authorities caused cross-strait tensions
cgtn.com
