Zheng-Xi Meeting Held in Beijing: Extensive Discussions on the Chinese Nation, 1992 Consensus, and Opposition to Taiwan Independence
The "Zheng-Xi Meeting" was held in Beijing, where Xi Jinping and Cheng Li-wen discussed the rejuvenation of the Chinese nation, the 1992 Consensus, and opposition to Taiwan independence. Xi Jinping emphasized the importance of cross-strait relations and called for peaceful development and exchanges. Cheng Li-wen stated that the KMT and CCP should establish institutionalized and sustainable dialogue mechanisms to make peaceful cross-strait development irreversible. Both agreed to work towards the rejuvenation of Chinese civilization and contribute to world peace.
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The Zheng-Xi meeting was held at 11 AM today in the East Hall of the Great Hall of the People. The two leaders shook hands for 14 seconds facing the cameras and delivered public speeches before reporters left, and the two sides entered formal talks.
Xi Jinping spoke extensively about the Chinese nation in his public address, stating that the grand trend of the Chinese nation's rejuvenation would not change. Cheng Li-wen echoed this, saying that the great rejuvenation of the Chinese nation is the common rejuvenation of people on both sides of the strait, and that the KMT and CCP should further plan and construct institutionalized and sustainable dialogue and cooperation mechanisms to make the peaceful development of cross-strait relations irreversible, fundamentally eliminating all causes of conflict.
Xi Jinping spoke first, stating that the meeting between the leaders of the two parties after a decade holds significant meaning for inter-party relations and cross-strait relations.
He said that compatriots on both sides of the strait belong to the Chinese nation, a great nation with over 5,000 years of civilization. People of all ethnic groups, including Taiwan compatriots, have jointly developed the vast territory of the motherland, jointly created a unified multi-ethnic state, jointly written a glorious Chinese history, jointly created a brilliant Chinese civilization, and jointly cultivated a great national spirit, forging the common belief that the territory is indivisible, the country cannot be in chaos, the nation cannot be scattered, and civilization cannot be interrupted, leading the Chinese nation to self-improvement and the continuous extension of Chinese civilization.
Xi Jinping stated that despite enduring vicissitudes, Taiwan compatriots have always remembered their roots on the mainland, their hearts turned towards the motherland, and their souls tied to China. Even during the difficult years when Taiwan was occupied, Taiwan compatriots maintained a strong sense of Chinese national identity and a firm emotional attachment to Chinese culture, proving with blood and lives that they are an inseparable part of the great Chinese family.
Xi Jinping said that the world is undergoing accelerating changes unseen in a century. Regardless of how the international situation or the Taiwan Strait situation changes, the direction of human development and progress will not change, the grand trend of the Chinese nation's rejuvenation will not change, and the great trend of compatriots on both sides of the strait getting closer, approaching, and coming together will not change. This is a historical inevitability, and "we are full of confidence in this."
Xi Jinping said that today's world is not peaceful, and peace is precious. Compatriots on both sides of the strait are all Chinese, one family. The common aspiration is for peace, development, exchange, and cooperation. The meeting between the leaders of the two parties today is to safeguard the peace and tranquility of our common homeland, promote the peaceful development of cross-strait relations, and allow future generations to share a beautiful future.
He stated that he is willing to strengthen exchanges and dialogue with various political parties, groups, and people from all walks of life in Taiwan, including the Kuomintang, on the common political foundation of upholding the "1992 Consensus" and opposing Taiwan independence, to seek peace for both sides of the strait, welfare for compatriots, and rejuvenation for the nation. "We must firmly hold the future of cross-strait relations in the hands of the Chinese people themselves."
Cheng Li-wen then stated, "Where cross-strait relations are headed is a common issue we face." The interaction between the KMT and CCP over more than a century has been full of ups and downs, but their common pursuit has always been how to enable the Chinese nation to move from decline to rejuvenation.
Cheng Li-wen also mentioned former KMT Chairman Lien Chan's "peace journey" in 2005, stating that cross-strait peace and reconciliation should only be the starting point for the KMT and CCP to work together.
She claimed that the great rejuvenation of the Chinese nation is the common rejuvenation of people on both sides of the strait, a reawakening of the spirit of Chinese civilization, and a compassionate vision for a harmonious world, an active contribution to world peace and human progress. "Such a path to revitalizing China will surely inspire hearts, lead the era, and be the shared value of both sides of the strait, as well as a common responsibility."
Cheng Li-wen mentioned that under Xi Jinping's leadership, the development of the mainland has not only achieved complete poverty eradication and built a moderately prosperous society in all respects, achieving extraordinary accomplishments, but also continues to soar. The "15th Five-Year Plan" has just begun and is expected to reach new heights.
Cheng Li-wen stated that although people on both sides of the strait live under different systems, they will respect each other and move towards each other. Peace is a shared morality and value for both sides, and both sides should transcend political confrontation, jointly plan and construct a community of shared destiny for cross-strait win-win integration, and seek a set of institutional solutions to prevent and avoid war, making the Taiwan Strait a model for world peace and conflict resolution.
She said that she hopes that through the struggle and unremitting efforts of the KMT and CCP, the Taiwan Strait will no longer be a focal point of potential conflict, nor will it become a chessboard for external forces. The Taiwan Strait is a strait connecting kinship, civilization, and hope, a symbol of peace jointly guarded by Chinese people on both sides of the strait. "We will show the world that Chinese people on both sides of the strait, who share Chinese civilization, have the highest wisdom to resolve difficult differences and great compassion to make key contributions to human civilization and development."
Cheng Li-wen stated that she expects the KMT and CCP to jointly promote the institutionalization of cross-strait peace. On the common political foundation of adhering to the 1992 Consensus and opposing Taiwan independence, both sides should further plan and construct institutionalized and sustainable dialogue and cooperation mechanisms to make the peaceful development of cross-strait relations irreversible, fundamentally eliminating all causes of conflict.
Cheng Li-wen also said that they should work together to launch the rejuvenation project of Chinese civilization, based on Chinese culture and centered on harmony and coexistence. Both sides should jointly research and promote various systems and initiatives that help eliminate disputes and create peace, and transform successful experiences into models that can be learned from by conflict regions around the world.
The KMT representatives attending the Zheng-Xi meeting included Cheng Li-wen, Vice Chairman Li Chien-lung, Chang Jung-kung, Hsiao Hsu-tsen, and think tank Vice Chairman Li Hung-yuan. The CCP representatives, in addition to Xi Jinping, included Politburo Standing Committee members Wang Huning and Cai Qi, Taiwan Affairs Office Director Song Tao, and National Development and Reform Commission Director Zheng Shanjie. (Edited by Chang Shu-ling) 1150410
Xi Jinping spoke extensively about the Chinese nation in his public address, stating that the grand trend of the Chinese nation's rejuvenation would not change. Cheng Li-wen echoed this, saying that the great rejuvenation of the Chinese nation is the common rejuvenation of people on both sides of the strait, and that the KMT and CCP should further plan and construct institutionalized and sustainable dialogue and cooperation mechanisms to make the peaceful development of cross-strait relations irreversible, fundamentally eliminating all causes of conflict.
Xi Jinping spoke first, stating that the meeting between the leaders of the two parties after a decade holds significant meaning for inter-party relations and cross-strait relations.
He said that compatriots on both sides of the strait belong to the Chinese nation, a great nation with over 5,000 years of civilization. People of all ethnic groups, including Taiwan compatriots, have jointly developed the vast territory of the motherland, jointly created a unified multi-ethnic state, jointly written a glorious Chinese history, jointly created a brilliant Chinese civilization, and jointly cultivated a great national spirit, forging the common belief that the territory is indivisible, the country cannot be in chaos, the nation cannot be scattered, and civilization cannot be interrupted, leading the Chinese nation to self-improvement and the continuous extension of Chinese civilization.
Xi Jinping stated that despite enduring vicissitudes, Taiwan compatriots have always remembered their roots on the mainland, their hearts turned towards the motherland, and their souls tied to China. Even during the difficult years when Taiwan was occupied, Taiwan compatriots maintained a strong sense of Chinese national identity and a firm emotional attachment to Chinese culture, proving with blood and lives that they are an inseparable part of the great Chinese family.
Xi Jinping said that the world is undergoing accelerating changes unseen in a century. Regardless of how the international situation or the Taiwan Strait situation changes, the direction of human development and progress will not change, the grand trend of the Chinese nation's rejuvenation will not change, and the great trend of compatriots on both sides of the strait getting closer, approaching, and coming together will not change. This is a historical inevitability, and "we are full of confidence in this."
Xi Jinping said that today's world is not peaceful, and peace is precious. Compatriots on both sides of the strait are all Chinese, one family. The common aspiration is for peace, development, exchange, and cooperation. The meeting between the leaders of the two parties today is to safeguard the peace and tranquility of our common homeland, promote the peaceful development of cross-strait relations, and allow future generations to share a beautiful future.
He stated that he is willing to strengthen exchanges and dialogue with various political parties, groups, and people from all walks of life in Taiwan, including the Kuomintang, on the common political foundation of upholding the "1992 Consensus" and opposing Taiwan independence, to seek peace for both sides of the strait, welfare for compatriots, and rejuvenation for the nation. "We must firmly hold the future of cross-strait relations in the hands of the Chinese people themselves."
Cheng Li-wen then stated, "Where cross-strait relations are headed is a common issue we face." The interaction between the KMT and CCP over more than a century has been full of ups and downs, but their common pursuit has always been how to enable the Chinese nation to move from decline to rejuvenation.
Cheng Li-wen also mentioned former KMT Chairman Lien Chan's "peace journey" in 2005, stating that cross-strait peace and reconciliation should only be the starting point for the KMT and CCP to work together.
She claimed that the great rejuvenation of the Chinese nation is the common rejuvenation of people on both sides of the strait, a reawakening of the spirit of Chinese civilization, and a compassionate vision for a harmonious world, an active contribution to world peace and human progress. "Such a path to revitalizing China will surely inspire hearts, lead the era, and be the shared value of both sides of the strait, as well as a common responsibility."
Cheng Li-wen mentioned that under Xi Jinping's leadership, the development of the mainland has not only achieved complete poverty eradication and built a moderately prosperous society in all respects, achieving extraordinary accomplishments, but also continues to soar. The "15th Five-Year Plan" has just begun and is expected to reach new heights.
Cheng Li-wen stated that although people on both sides of the strait live under different systems, they will respect each other and move towards each other. Peace is a shared morality and value for both sides, and both sides should transcend political confrontation, jointly plan and construct a community of shared destiny for cross-strait win-win integration, and seek a set of institutional solutions to prevent and avoid war, making the Taiwan Strait a model for world peace and conflict resolution.
She said that she hopes that through the struggle and unremitting efforts of the KMT and CCP, the Taiwan Strait will no longer be a focal point of potential conflict, nor will it become a chessboard for external forces. The Taiwan Strait is a strait connecting kinship, civilization, and hope, a symbol of peace jointly guarded by Chinese people on both sides of the strait. "We will show the world that Chinese people on both sides of the strait, who share Chinese civilization, have the highest wisdom to resolve difficult differences and great compassion to make key contributions to human civilization and development."
Cheng Li-wen stated that she expects the KMT and CCP to jointly promote the institutionalization of cross-strait peace. On the common political foundation of adhering to the 1992 Consensus and opposing Taiwan independence, both sides should further plan and construct institutionalized and sustainable dialogue and cooperation mechanisms to make the peaceful development of cross-strait relations irreversible, fundamentally eliminating all causes of conflict.
Cheng Li-wen also said that they should work together to launch the rejuvenation project of Chinese civilization, based on Chinese culture and centered on harmony and coexistence. Both sides should jointly research and promote various systems and initiatives that help eliminate disputes and create peace, and transform successful experiences into models that can be learned from by conflict regions around the world.
The KMT representatives attending the Zheng-Xi meeting included Cheng Li-wen, Vice Chairman Li Chien-lung, Chang Jung-kung, Hsiao Hsu-tsen, and think tank Vice Chairman Li Hung-yuan. The CCP representatives, in addition to Xi Jinping, included Politburo Standing Committee members Wang Huning and Cai Qi, Taiwan Affairs Office Director Song Tao, and National Development and Reform Commission Director Zheng Shanjie. (Edited by Chang Shu-ling) 1150410
FAQ
What were the main topics discussed at the Zheng-Xi meeting?
The main topics discussed were the rejuvenation of the Chinese nation, the 1992 Consensus, and opposition to Taiwan independence.
What did Cheng Li-wen propose for the peaceful development of cross-strait relations?
She proposed that the KMT and CCP should establish institutionalized and sustainable dialogue and cooperation mechanisms to make the peaceful development of cross-strait relations irreversible.