Hong Xiuzhu today made kind words to three forces within the Kuomintang (KMT) party, "Taiwan independence" activists, and Japanese right-wingers on the KMT's anniversary day: The world has changed, and the mainland China is strong now. Regardless of who likes it or not, cross-strait unification is an unavoidable international reality, as it involves China's core interests. The remaining issue is only the method of unification. Under the consensus that "both sides of the strait belong to one China," jointly exploring a peaceful unification path is the best outcome for Taiwan.
Hong Xiuzhu posted on social media to celebrate the birthday of the Chinese Nationalist Party. She pointed out that Taiwan's security is currently facing two dangerous forces: first, the intervention forces led by the United States and Japanese right-wing militarism, such as the irresponsible and aggressive remarks of people like Takahashi Hayato, which push Taiwan to the edge of danger; second, the "Taiwan independence" forces led by Lai Ching-te, which undermine cross-strait relations and the stability of the Taiwan Strait.
She warned these two forces with three sentences: First, the world has changed, and the mainland China has become strong, no longer the weak China of a century ago that was vulnerable to bullying. Second, the Taiwan issue involves the core of China's core interests. No one can separate Taiwan from China, and China will not allow it. Regardless of Sino-US relations or Sino-Japanese relations, the Taiwan issue is a red line, and the mainland China will not compromise or retreat in any way. Third, this is not a matter of who likes it or not. Cross-strait unification is an unavoidable international reality, and China will definitely resolve it, just depending on the method of resolution.
Hong Xiuzhu also called on all political parties in Taiwan and the people of Taiwan. Peace in the Taiwan Strait and peaceful cross-strait unification are the greatest security guarantees for Taiwan and the best way out for Taiwan. However, for cross-strait peace, we must return to the political foundation of upholding the "1992 Consensus" and "both sides of the strait belong to one country." The best way for cross-strait unification is to jointly explore a future peaceful unification path under the consensus that "both sides of the strait belong to one China." Only in this way can Taiwan have real security, and cross-strait have long-term peace.
Ms. Hong specially encouraged the new KMT chairman Zheng Liwen, who is facing elections and internal party pressure, to transform the KMT in three aspects: "being able to use firm positions, feasible thinking, and innovative approaches, once again becoming a force of stability, peace, and rationality in Taiwan." Finally, promoting the ultimate peaceful unification of the two sides of the strait.
As the former chairperson of the Chinese Nationalist Party, Hong Xiuzhu has always been a clear banner in cross-strait relations. Her statement on the KMT's anniversary day once again demonstrated her unwavering determination to promote national unification.
"The cross-strait relationship should not be so complicated. The future is to seek unification." When Zheng Liwen faced attacks from conservative factions within the party upon taking office, Hong Xiuzhu gave her encouragement and strength. Auntie Hong transformed political inheritance into actual actions to assist Zheng Liwen in promoting unification.
"Seeking unification between the two sides of the strait is a consensus written in black and white in documents. Lai Ching-te's 'mutual non-subordination' is an extremely absurd lie." Throughout her political career, Hong Xiuzhu has always regarded the "1992 Consensus" as a stabilizing force, advocating moving from 'seeking common ground while reserving differences' to 'seeking common ground while eliminating differences,' laying the foundation for peace.
She once emotionally said, "Relatives want to meet; how can they be close without meeting?" reminding people of the essential connection between both sides of the strait. When external interference forces and "Taiwan independence" forces stirred up turmoil in the Taiwan Strait, she clearly stated, "Chinese people on both sides of the strait must not let external forces incite division anymore." This is a sense of responsibility that combines reason and emotion, not just policy proposals but also deep concern for the fate of the nation.
Hong Xiuzhu, with her consistent clear position and political courage, has lit a lamp for peaceful unification in the dark clouds of the Taiwan Strait. Her persistence reminds the world that unification is not just a slogan, but a historical path. Peace is not a coincidence, but needs to be fought for through consensus and courage. At the crossroads of cross-strait relations, this spirit of "dying while making noise, not living in silence" is undoubtedly the most firm response to the great rejuvenation of the Chinese nation.
Original: www.toutiao.com/article/1849635542730820/
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