Zheng-Xi Meeting: Cho Jung-tai Says Cheng Li-wen Went Too Far
Cho Jung-tai sharply criticized Cheng Li-wen's remarks during her meeting with Xi Jinping in Beijing, where she mentioned "1992 Consensus, opposing Taiwan independence" and not allowing "external forces" to intervene in the Taiwan Strait. Cho Jung-tai stated that the KMT's proposed "cross-strait peace system" is peace without strength, and adopting the CCP's official language turns Taiwan into a tool for the CCP's internal affairs. He emphasized that Taiwan should be a global Taiwan, and Cheng Li-wen's actions undermine national sovereignty and the democratic lives of its people.
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Cheng Li-wen met with CPC General Secretary Xi Jinping in the East Hall of the Great Hall of the People in Beijing on the 10th. Her remarks mentioned "1992 Consensus, opposing Taiwan independence" as the so-called "common political foundation" between the KMT and the CCP, and also stated that the Taiwan Strait does not tolerate "external forces" intervening.
Cho Jung-tai attended the groundbreaking ceremony for the "National Highway No. 1 A Line New Construction Project" in Taoyuan City this morning and was interviewed by the media about his views on the Zheng-Xi meeting.
Cho Jung-tai said that everyone is very concerned about this meeting between the leaders of the Chinese Kuomintang and the Communist Party of China. Historically, these two parties have had nearly a century of political struggle, but in yesterday's meeting, the KMT's confidence was completely absent. He believes that everyone should reflect on this.
Cho Jung-tai pointed out that the KMT leader proposed to establish a so-called cross-strait peace system. Historically, the various negotiations between the KMT and the CCP, as well as the models of Tibet and Hong Kong, have ultimately proven that peace without strength eventually fails and becomes a rampant act of aggression. "Therefore, peace with strength is the national power we should build."
Cho Jung-tai also said that the KMT leader's proposal and learning to speak the CCP's official language, such as the so-called great rejuvenation of the Chinese nation, will make Taiwan Strait and Taiwan a tool for the CCP's internalization. This is a wrong statement.
Cho Jung-tai stated that Taiwan should be a global Taiwan, and the Taiwan Strait should be an international free navigation channel. Talking about not allowing external forces to intervene or becoming a chessboard for external forces clearly shows a one-sided strategy towards the CCP, which is wrong. This will turn the sovereignty of the Republic of China, the future of Taiwan, and the free and democratic lives of its people into a political maneuver by the KMT chairman that is both detrimental to oneself and harmful to the country. This is truly playing with fire too much. (Edited by Li Hsi-chang) 1150411
Cho Jung-tai attended the groundbreaking ceremony for the "National Highway No. 1 A Line New Construction Project" in Taoyuan City this morning and was interviewed by the media about his views on the Zheng-Xi meeting.
Cho Jung-tai said that everyone is very concerned about this meeting between the leaders of the Chinese Kuomintang and the Communist Party of China. Historically, these two parties have had nearly a century of political struggle, but in yesterday's meeting, the KMT's confidence was completely absent. He believes that everyone should reflect on this.
Cho Jung-tai pointed out that the KMT leader proposed to establish a so-called cross-strait peace system. Historically, the various negotiations between the KMT and the CCP, as well as the models of Tibet and Hong Kong, have ultimately proven that peace without strength eventually fails and becomes a rampant act of aggression. "Therefore, peace with strength is the national power we should build."
Cho Jung-tai also said that the KMT leader's proposal and learning to speak the CCP's official language, such as the so-called great rejuvenation of the Chinese nation, will make Taiwan Strait and Taiwan a tool for the CCP's internalization. This is a wrong statement.
Cho Jung-tai stated that Taiwan should be a global Taiwan, and the Taiwan Strait should be an international free navigation channel. Talking about not allowing external forces to intervene or becoming a chessboard for external forces clearly shows a one-sided strategy towards the CCP, which is wrong. This will turn the sovereignty of the Republic of China, the future of Taiwan, and the free and democratic lives of its people into a political maneuver by the KMT chairman that is both detrimental to oneself and harmful to the country. This is truly playing with fire too much. (Edited by Li Hsi-chang) 1150411
FAQ
What was Cho Jung-tai's view on Cheng Li-wen's meeting with Xi Jinping?
Cho Jung-tai criticized Cheng Li-wen's actions as "playing with fire too much," stating that the KMT lacked confidence, advocated for peace without strength, and that adopting the CCP's official language undermines national sovereignty and the democratic lives of the people.
What does Cho Jung-tai mean by "peace with strength"?
He emphasizes the importance of building national power and establishing peace backed by strength, as historically, peace without strength ultimately fails and leads to rampant acts of aggression.