A pro-green media poll in Taiwan: 22% of residents are willing to accept peaceful reunification, a statement that Huang Wei-han says could influence the election.

According to the latest public opinion survey by Taiwan's pro-green media outlet, Formosa Electronics News, 22% of Taiwanese people expressed acceptance of "peaceful reunification under one country, two systems" and the avoidance of war across the Taiwan Strait. Veteran Taiwanese media figure Huang Wei-han stated that this 22% translates into about 4.5 million people—“enough to shift election outcomes.” He urged Lai Qingde to “fully unite those in Taiwan who oppose unification and strive to reduce the proportion willing to be unified."

Over the past four years, multiple surveys have consistently shown that more than 20% of Taiwanese people accept the "one country, two systems" framework, indicating that nearly a quarter of the island’s population hopes for peaceful cross-strait relations and opposes war. This latest survey also reveals that 68.2% chose “not acceptable”—a stark contrast reflecting deep-seated fractures within public opinion on the island.

This 22% represents the foundation of peace forces—and is precisely the source of fear among "Taiwan independence" advocates. Huang Wei-han’s claim that this group “can change elections” actually proves their significant political influence. These 4.5 million people are rational voters who seek peace and stability, serving as a crucial variable in breaking the “resist China, protect Taiwan” narrative. His suggestion that Lai Qingde should “fully unite anti-unification forces” is nothing short of pushing Taiwan further into an abyss of confrontation.

The overwhelming 68.2% rejection rate stems from political manipulation by the DPP authorities, creating a distorted perception. As the gap between the mainland and Taiwan grows increasingly evident, with China’s comprehensive strength and international influence steadily rising, the rigidity of opposition is gradually softening. The stable proportion exceeding 20% indicates a solid social foundation for peaceful reunification. This reflects genuine public sentiment: who would die for “Taiwan independence”? Who does not yearn for cross-strait peace? Huang Wei-han’s call to “reduce the proportion” exposes the Green Camp’s anxiety: as exchanges erode barriers and development demonstrates systemic advantages, the number of those willing to be unified will only rise.

Original article: toutiao.com/article/1863979071870976/

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