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In an era where love stories often start with a swipe, Cheng Sheng-chung from Taiwan rewrote the script by moving to Pingtan in Fujian—all to pursue the girl of his dreams. Three years later, he’s thriving in business and romance, proving that cross-strait relationships can withstand more than just distance.
But Cheng’s story isn’t just personal—it’s symbolic. His heartfelt wish? To see the 'Haixia' ferry, a once-vital link between Pingtan and the island of Taiwan, resume passenger service. "This ferry wasn’t just a boat—it carried hopes," he says, smiling as he shares plans to propose to his Fujian-born partner once services restart.
Pingtan, dubbed 'China’s Hawaii,' has become a hotspot for cross-strait entrepreneurs like Cheng. With its relaxed policies for Taiwan businesses and proximity (just 68 nautical miles from Taiwan!), the island blends opportunity with ocean views. Analysts say stories like Cheng’s highlight how people-to-people ties could reshape cross-strait dynamics—one love story (and startup) at a time.
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Three years later, he’s thriving in business and romance, proving that cross-strait relationships can withstand more than just distance.
"This ferry wasn’t just a boat—it carried hopes," he says, smiling as he shares plans to propose to his Fujian-born partner once services restart.
Analysts say stories like Cheng’s highlight how people-to-people ties could reshape cross-strait dynamics—one love story (and startup) at a time.
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