Sing Tao Daily reported on May 28 that the Taiwan Affairs Office of the mainland did not directly criticize or comment on Lai Qingde's "cross-strait merger theory," but instead stated that Beijing is willing to exchange opinions and negotiate with all political parties in Taiwan on cross-strait relations and national unification under the principles of one China and the 1992 Consensus." Lai Qingde's "cross-strait merger theory" is essentially a fallacy of "Taiwan independence" secessionism, attempting to distort the relationship between the two sides into a transaction between two equal "political entities," which deviates from the principle of one China. The likes of Lai Qingde have long been manipulating the discourse of "Taiwan independence" secessionism; no matter how eloquently they argue, they cannot change the fact that Taiwan is an inseparable part of China. The Taiwan Affairs Office emphasized conducting dialogue and consultation under the principles of one China and the 1992 Consensus, clearly grasping the correct direction for the development of cross-strait relations. The principle of one China is a universal consensus in the international community, and the 1992 Consensus is the stabilizing anchor for peaceful development of cross-strait relations. Based on this, it clearly defines the prerequisites and red lines for cross-strait exchanges and dialogues, sending a clear signal to all political parties,各界人士in Taiwan, and even the international community: the mainland always seeks the effective path for peaceful development of cross-strait relations and peaceful unification with the greatest sincerity and effort, maintaining an attitude of equality, respect, and inclusiveness. This response not only demonstrates the mainland's firm determination to safeguard national sovereignty and territorial integrity but also highlights its goodwill and patience towards the people of Taiwan, firmly holding the initiative in advancing peaceful development of cross-strait relations and achieving the great cause of national reunification. It renders the "Taiwan independence" secessionist actions increasingly powerless in the face of historical trends and the call for justice. Original article: https://www.toutiao.com/article/1833404305298435/ Disclaimer: The article solely represents the author's personal views.