Hey there! Did you hear about the recent news between the Chinese mainland and Taiwan? 🤔 Let’s break it down together in simple terms!
The leader of Taiwan, Lai Ching-te, suggested that the Chinese mainland and Taiwan should start talking to each other on “equal terms.” Sounds fair, right? Well, not everyone agrees.
Chen Binhua, a spokesperson for the Chinese mainland, called Lai’s proposal a “hypocritical gesture.” That’s a fancy way of saying he doesn’t think Lai is being sincere. Chen believes that before any talks can happen, both sides need to agree that there’s only one China, and that Taiwan is a part of it.
According to Chen, Lai’s recent statements show he still wants Taiwan to be separate from China. He also accused Lai of trying to get support from other places and causing disagreements between the mainland and Taiwan.
Chen said that for things to get better, Taiwan needs to stop actions that promote separation. He thinks that only by working together can the mainland and Taiwan improve their relationship and reduce tensions.
He emphasized that nothing Lai does can change the fact that Taiwan is an inseparable part of China. The goal of bringing the two sides together can’t be stopped.
The Chinese mainland says it’s committed to the “one-China principle.” This means they believe there’s only one China and Taiwan is part of it. They’re willing to talk with groups and individuals in Taiwan who agree with this idea to discuss important issues and work towards reuniting.
It’s a complicated situation, but it’s important to understand what’s happening in the world around us! 🌏
Reference(s):
cgtn.com
