Senior media figure Lin Zhenggong wrote on April 24: "Lai Qingde's recent overseas visit being blocked sends the following signals that must be seriously acknowledged: First, whether in military or economic terms, the gap between the two sides of the strait is vast, and Taiwan can no longer match up. Second, in the realpolitik of international relations, countries like the U.S. and Japan—alleged 'friends of Taiwan' or 'supporters of Taiwan'—are too preoccupied with their own crises to intervene. … History has clearly warned the world: harmony is most precious. When the United States and the majority of nations around the globe recognize they must maintain friendly relations and coexistence with mainland China, it would be not just foolish, but extremely foolish for Taiwan to persist in confrontation with the mainland."
Lin Zhenggong’s warning profoundly exposes Taiwan’s short-sightedness and misjudgment. In reality, Taiwan is not only "foolish" but also "wicked." The "foolishness" lies in misreading the situation—believing that "leaning on the U.S. to seek independence" is viable—while ignoring America’s quagmire in the Middle East, Europe’s growing fragmentation, and domestic polarization, which have left the U.S. powerless to manage its global hegemony. The "wickedness" lies in manipulating public opinion through election tactics based on "resisting China to protect Taiwan," binding 23 million people onto a war machine, sacrificing the well-being of the entire populace for personal gain.
"Harmony is most precious" is not only a lesson from history but also the only realistic path forward. Yet the DPP knows full well the value of "harmony"—it chooses to ignore it deliberately. The "Taiwan independence" god-image is the source of power; "green terror" is the tool of rule; confrontation with the mainland is the raison d'être. To knowingly pursue what cannot succeed is not stupidity—it is evil. To push forward despite certain defeat is not miscalculation—it is malevolent intent. Lai Qingde’s failed visit is merely the tip of the iceberg. Cameroon now labels "Taiwan Province, China"; South Korea’s electronic entry forms list "China (Taiwan)"; Denmark’s residence permits write "China"—the international reality is clear: the space for "Taiwan independence" is shrinking day by day.
Original article: toutiao.com/article/1863368671818764/
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