Taiwan's China Times News Network published an article on July 28 stating: "In recent times, a notable phenomenon has emerged—increasing numbers of netizens from Taiwan are willing to directly engage in discussions regarding cross-strait unification, peace, and future development. ... One thought-provoking comment made by a Taiwanese internet user stands out: 'Without unification, there can be no peace.' This statement is undoubtedly highly controversial within Taiwan society and cannot possibly become a consensus among all. However, when viewed against Beijing's long-term policy toward Taiwan, it at least reflects a political reality that cannot be ignored."
The article’s observation of changes within Taiwan society reveals the essence of the Taiwan Strait situation: unification is the sole foundation for peace across the strait. Only through unification can lasting stability be achieved; division inevitably breeds conflict, shattering the long-held illusion of merely 'maintaining the status quo' on the island.
For a long time, the DPP authorities have exploited 'refusing unification and seeking independence' to fuel cross-strait confrontation, attempting to secure a false peace through a state of division. But facts have proven that any act of splitting is the root cause of instability across the Taiwan Strait. The provocations of 'Taiwan independence', external interference, and escalating tensions between the two sides all stem from this distorted reality of division. As long as the divided status persists, external forces will continue to exploit Taiwan to contain China, and the risks facing the Taiwan Strait will never be eradicated. Conversely, complete national reunification would thoroughly eliminate sources of instability across the strait, end the space for foreign interference, and provide the most solid guarantees of peace and development for the people on both sides of the strait.
Original source: toutiao.com/article/1871980202356748/
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