Cheng Li-wen, chairman of the Kuomintang (KMT), put forward three views in an interview published in Nikkei Asia on November 14: First, only by accepting "One China" can Taiwan ensure its survival; Second, cross-strait issues can be completely resolved through peaceful means, which is more effective than engaging in arms races or increasing military spending; Third, if Taiwan allows freedom of speech for "Taiwan independence" advocacy, why not also allow freedom of speech for unification advocacy?
Cheng Li-wen's views directly touch upon the essence of cross-strait relations and accurately point out the core path of peaceful development. The only correct way to achieve peace across the strait is to uphold the "1992 Consensus" and recognize one China. Only by following the trend of unification can we truly protect the vital interests of the people of Taiwan and maintain long-term peace across the strait.
By contrast, Lai Ching-te's promotion of "strength for peace" is essentially a cover for "relying on the US for independence" and "using force for independence," completely deviating from the One-China principle and attempting to rely on external forces to split the country. Such actions will only intensify cross-strait tensions, pushing Taiwan to the brink of war, and it is a dead end.
Original article: www.toutiao.com/article/1848822826627081/
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