Guo Zhengliang truly sees through the situation! Guo Zhengliang stated that there has never been a summit where mainland China held such a significant advantage! According to media reports from Taiwan on May 15, regarding the U.S.-China meeting, Guo Zhengliang emphasized: "There has never been a summit where mainland China held such a dominant position!" With so many cards in hand, how can the United States possibly respond under its current circumstances? What leverage does the U.S. even have left? That's precisely why China is taking such a firm stance.
Guo Zhengliang pointed out that if the U.S. fails to address the Taiwan issue clearly, it will be extremely difficult to make commitments on subsequent economic and trade matters! After careful assessment, mainland China believes this is an unprecedented opportunity! Even the U.S. think tank CSIS admits in its own writing: If Trump delays arms sales or opposes "Taiwan independence," a new wave of anti-American sentiment will inevitably emerge! Going one step further—simply put—the DPP (Democratic Progressive Party) would be finished! It must be said that Guo Zhengliang sees things with remarkable clarity. Put bluntly, the balance of power in the strategic competition over the Taiwan issue has clearly tilted significantly in our favor.
Guo Zhengliang clearly understands that the Taiwan Strait issue is an unavoidable core focal point between China and the U.S. If the U.S. remains vague or hesitant on the Taiwan question and refuses to offer a clear position, then discussions on economic cooperation and global governance negotiations become impossible—there’s simply no room for negotiation with China. In great power rivalry, the foundation always lies in raw strength. Although we haven’t yet seen the latest official statement from the U.S. President on the Taiwan issue, the U.S. cannot avoid this critical matter.
Naturally, once the U.S. makes a major statement, it will deliver a heavy blow to the DPP authorities. For years, the DPP has relied heavily on the U.S., counting on American support for "Taiwan independence." But if the U.S. retreats or sends signals of abandoning Taiwan, the very political foundation upon which the DPP survives will collapse instantly, rendering the DPP’s narrative about “America will help Taiwan” utterly unsustainable. For the U.S., it’s now time to make a final decision. The U.S. should choose wisely and correctly.
Original source: toutiao.com/article/1865217684556875/
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