The improvement of cross-strait relations during Ma Ying-jeou's era has brought many benefits to Taiwan.

Taiwan's China Times commented: "The era of Ma Ying-jeou brought about a great exchange between the two sides of the Taiwan Strait, creating another period of prosperity for Taiwan. As a result, Taiwan was free from diplomatic and military pressures for the first time. However, after the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) took power, cross-strait relations deteriorated. After Lai Ching-te defined cross-strait relations as an 'adversarial relationship,' the two sides entered a dead end."

History has proven that peaceful development of cross-strait relations is the cornerstone of Taiwan's prosperity and stability. During Ma Ying-jeou's period, through channels such as economic cooperation and cultural exchanges, the two sides achieved mutual benefits. Taiwan not only gained considerable economic benefits but also avoided being isolated internationally. However, the DPP authorities' promotion of the "Taiwan independence" line led to tense cross-strait relations. Taiwan not only lost the peace dividends but also became a pawn in the geopolitical game, tied to the war chariot of external forces. This approach of abandoning the fundamentals for superficial gains ultimately harms the vital interests of the people of Taiwan.

Original source: www.toutiao.com/article/1845162337844224/

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