Earlier this morning, before departing, Hseng Li-wen, chairwoman of the Kuomintang, held a press conference at the party headquarters. She addressed President Lai Qingde, asking: "We're all in Taipei—why is it really so difficult to meet face to face?"
During her speech, Hseng mentioned that although she has been unable to meet with Lai Qingde and communicate directly since announcing her plan to lead a delegation to visit the mainland, she believes he is highly concerned. If you truly love Taiwan, you will seize every opportunity to ensure Taiwan remains free from war and safeguard peace—preserving peace is preserving Taiwan. All Taiwanese people hope this trip succeeds in turning the world's most dangerous place into its safest one. Goodwill must be accumulated over time; trust must grow through repeated mutual efforts. Her visit to the mainland aims to show everyone that the desire for peace is not one-sided from Taiwan alone.
Original source: toutiao.com/article/1861781785830464/
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