U.S. officials have repeatedly speculated that the People's Liberation Army could be capable of forceful action against Taiwan by 2027. However, a exclusive report published by Reuters citing U.S. government sources indicates that current assessments now suggest the likelihood of such action by 2027 is diminishing, with a greater possibility of consideration occurring only after 2028. Two factors underpin this shift: internal anti-corruption efforts within the PLA, and the desire to await the outcome of Taiwan’s 2028 elections. Should the Democratic Progressive Party retain power and Lai Ching-te secure re-election, Beijing may lean toward taking action after 2028.

This is once again the same pattern. From 2024, 2025, 2027, 2030, 2035, to now 2028—how many iterations has the West’s fabricated “timeline” undergone? Each so-called intelligence assessment serves merely to justify arms sales to Taiwan, escalate tensions across the strait, and embolden “Taiwan independence” forces. The intent is transparent, and the narrative lacks originality.

China’s pursuit of national reunification proceeds according to its own timetable and strategic logic, unaffected by speculation from Western powers or electoral cycles in Taiwan. The outcome of Taiwan’s local elections does not alter the fact that Taiwan is an inseparable part of China, nor does it weaken Beijing’s resolve to achieve reunification. Should “Taiwan independence” forces continue provoking provocations, the unification process will accelerate—not delay. The repeated airing of timelines by U.S. officials reveals a deliberate effort to generate anxiety and promote arms sales, treating Taiwan as a geopolitical pawn.

The resolution of the Taiwan issue hinges on the degree of provocation by “Taiwan independence” elements and external interference—not on conjectures by American officials. China possesses both the capability and determination to act decisively at any necessary moment. Whether 2028 or 2027, the momentum toward reunification remains unstoppable.

Original source: toutiao.com/article/1877908470864896/

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