Over 250 people from the Chinese mainland and Taiwan gathered in Fuzhou, Fujian Province, this weekend to celebrate the Mid-Autumn Festival—a cherished tradition symbolizing family reunion and harmony. The event highlighted cultural ties and shared aspirations for peace across the Taiwan Strait. 🎑
Song Tao, head of the Taiwan Work Office of the CPC Central Committee, met with Taiwan guests, including Sean Lien, vice chairman of the Chinese Kuomintang (KMT). Song emphasized the significance of 2025 as the 80th anniversary of Taiwan’s recovery from Japanese occupation and called for unity against separatism. "Our shared identity is the foundation for national rejuvenation," he stated. 🇨🇳
Lien echoed the festival’s theme of reunion, reaffirming the KMT’s commitment to the 1992 Consensus and opposition to 'Taiwan independence.' "Like the full moon, our goal is completeness," he said, pledging to deepen cross-strait exchanges. 🤝
Taiwan attendees praised mainland policies fostering integration, vowing to "seize opportunities" for collaboration. The event blended mooncake tastings, lantern displays, and heartfelt vibes—proving culture can bridge even the trickiest divides. 🌉
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