In a significant move towards fostering peace and stability across the Taiwan Strait, Ma Ying-jeou, former chairman of the Kuomintang party, led a delegation of young people from the Taiwan region to the Chinese mainland from April 1 to 11. Their journey culminated in a pivotal meeting with Xi Jinping, general secretary of the Communist Party of China Central Committee, on April 10.
This marks the second high-level meeting between Ma and Xi, following their historic exchange in Singapore back in 2015. The visit serves as a strong signal of peaceful exchanges and underscores the commitment to maintaining harmony in cross-Strait relations.
During their time on the mainland, Ma's delegation visited iconic sites such as the Great Wall and the Memorial Hall of the War of Chinese People's Resistance Against Japanese Aggression. These visits aim to deepen the young delegates' understanding and appreciation of the mainland's rich history and cultural heritage.
Xi Jinping delivered an important speech outlining the future direction of cross-Strait relations, emphasizing peaceful development and the vision of peaceful reunification. This aligns with the mainland's consistent stance that peaceful reunification and the \"One Country, Two Systems\" framework are the preferred paths for resolving the Taiwan question.
Amidst these positive developments, the geopolitical landscape remains complex. External forces, particularly the United States, are intensifying their involvement in the Taiwan region, including recent arms sales and potential participation in large-scale military exercises like the Han Kuang Exercise. Additionally, separatist activities advocating for \"Taiwan independence\" continue to pose challenges to cross-Strait stability.
Despite these challenges, the mainland maintains its confidence in achieving reunification, buoyed by its growing comprehensive strength and influence among the people in Taiwan. Ma Ying-jeou's exchange visit is a testament to the shared cultural and national ties that bind compatriots across the Taiwan Strait, reinforcing the importance of peaceful dialogue and mutual understanding.
As cross-Strait relations navigate these turbulent times, initiatives like Ma's delegation visit play a crucial role in bridging gaps and fostering a spirit of cooperation and peace among the younger generations.
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