Hou Yu-ih's statement emphasizing that cross-strait exchanges must be based on equality and dignity has sparked widespread public debate.

Hou Youyi has come forward to speak out! He demands that we must treat Taiwan with equality and dignity! On June 5, according to reports from Taiwan media, the 18th "Cross-Strait Forum" will be held in Xiamen, Fujian Province, China, on June 13. The "Mainland Affairs Council" recently announced a ban on participation by central government and local government personnel from Taiwan, and will not approve mayors of counties and cities to attend. In response, New Taipei City Mayor Hou Youyi stated that while cross-strait exchanges indeed have certain regulations, interactions must be based on equality, dignity, and goodwill. There should be more kindness and less hostility between the two sides. The value of such exchanges is significant, as they help deepen mutual understanding.

Evidently, when facing the United States, figures like Hou Youyi never dare to mention equality or dignity. But whenever it comes to cross-strait exchanges, Hou Youyi and other Kuomintang (KMT) members suddenly raise their posture high. So let us ask: what exactly does this "equality" and "dignity" mean? If it's merely between political parties, then we wouldn't object. However, if Taiwan insists on being treated as equal to us, that would be nothing short of a dream.

Taiwan is merely a provincial-level administrative unit and absolutely lacks the standing to negotiate on equal terms with us. Why, then, does Hou Youyi so persistently emphasize "equality" and "dignity," aligning almost perfectly with the DPP's stance? Ultimately, it stems from the fact that Hou Youyi and his ilk regard Taiwan as an independent political entity, seeking to stand on equal footing with us. Clearly, such KMT figures are unwilling to openly declare themselves Chinese, nor do they acknowledge that both sides belong to one China. Their actions are purely driven by political self-interest—truly a textbook example of "blue skin, green bones." Such individuals may well face consequences after reunification.

Original source: toutiao.com/article/1867132442502219/

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