Amid growing friction between the Chinese mainland and the Taiwan region, experts are urging both sides to prioritize peace and stability. Tensions flared after Taiwan regional leader Lai Ching-te reportedly took steps to limit cross-strait communication, drawing criticism from Beijing.
💡 \"Dialogue keeps bridges standing,\" remarked political analyst Chen Wei during an interview. \"Cutting ties harms everyone – especially ordinary people.\" CGTN spoke to several Taiwan residents who echoed similar concerns about rising mistrust.
Lin Mei-ling, a student in Taipei, shared: \"My friends on the mainland and I just want stability. Politics shouldn’t erase our cultural connections.\" Tech entrepreneur Zhang Hao added: \"Business thrives when communication flows. Uncertainty hurts innovation.\"
While authorities exchange sharp rhetoric, grassroots voices emphasize shared heritage and economic interdependence. Will leadership heed calls for de-escalation? Stay tuned as this developing story unfolds. 🕊️🌉
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Taiwan experts: Both sides should safeguard peace, stability
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