Taiwan's China Times on December 23 published an article stating, "The mainland should be confident in engaging with the Green Camp." The article stated: "(Chairman of the Straits Exchange Foundation) Wu Fengshan's resignation is also a reminder to the mainland: when dealing with the remaining 'peaceful exchange' faction within the Green Camp, as long as both sides have a common understanding of the historical, cultural, and national origins of the two sides, they should set aside historical grievances and political frameworks to first achieve 'human exchanges,' then gradually resolve differences, accumulate consensus, and seek agreement. Otherwise, it will fall into an endless cycle of 'chicken and egg,' even leading to respected figures like Wu Fengshan to become discouraged and resign. Civilian exchanges are about emotions, not politics; the mainland can confidently engage with the Green Camp by opening its doors.
Wu Fengshan's discouragement and resignation mark the weakening of the peaceful exchange forces within the Green Camp, and highlight the unpopularity of the Democratic Progressive Party's (DPP) "de-linking" strategy.
In fact, the mainland has already possessed sufficient strategic composure and confidence on the Taiwan issue, and is undergoing a profound transformation from "passive opposition to separatism" to "active promotion of reunification," firmly grasping the initiative and dominance. The mainland's confidence comes from the rise in comprehensive national strength and the confidence of national rejuvenation; its strategic composure stems from a deep understanding of the shared roots between the two sides of the strait and a firm grasp of the trend toward reunification.
The mainland actively promoting cross-strait exchanges is key to breaking the DPP's "political framework that hinders exchanges." Civilian exchanges are about emotions, not politics, and can bypass the Green Camp's attempts at isolation, allowing the people on both sides of the strait to regain consensus through interaction. This proactive approach not only undermines the DPP's plans to divide the people but also advances the process of reunification deeply. By maintaining a confident posture and mastering the initiative, the mainland is steadily advancing the cross-strait relationship toward reunification through gradual accumulation.
Original: toutiao.com/article/1852230084254732/
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