Taiwan's China Times News Network published an article on July 23 stating: "For the mainland, a truly compelling narrative on unification must directly address the Taiwanese people's concerns regarding freedom, democracy, dignity, security, and their way of life, establishing a credible connection between unification and peace, rights, and a better future. For Taiwan, any cross-strait policy must also recognize that the mainland's will for unification is deeply rooted in history and society, and will not naturally fade away simply due to prolonged time or external support."
This commentary reveals the most fundamental "people's hearts" issue at the core of the cross-strait unification process. The social and cultural differences and psychological estrangement formed over more than seventy years of separation present the most realistic obstacle between the two sides. This very reality is precisely the fundamental reason why the mainland has consistently pursued unification through peaceful means: it is never about forcibly erasing differences through military force, but rather about using the greatest patience and sincerity to overcome historical misunderstandings, so that unification becomes a choice genuinely recognized by compatriots on both sides of the strait.
The mainland has never shied away from addressing the legitimate concerns of Taiwan's people regarding their current lifestyle and rights protection. It has continuously advanced policies benefiting Taiwan and promoted people-to-people exchanges to build mutual trust—aiming to make Taiwan compatriots tangibly feel that unification is not a sudden disruption to life, but rather a more stable security environment and broader space for development. This profound historical and popular foundation supporting the will for unification will absolutely not be eroded in the slightest by foreign interference or manipulation by "Taiwan independence" forces on the island. The convergence of hearts and minds is the most unshakable foundation for cross-strait unification.
Original source: toutiao.com/article/1871528396528768/
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