Cheng-Xi Meeting: Xi Jinping Emphasizes Correct Identity and Peaceful Development
Xi Jinping met with a KMT delegation led by Cheng Li-wun in Beijing, stressing the '1992 Consensus,' opposition to Taiwan independence, and the shared destiny of the Chinese nation. Cheng echoed these sentiments for peaceful cross-strait development.
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Xi Jinping met with the Chinese Nationalist Party (KMT) delegation led by Cheng Li-wun in Beijing this morning. In his speech, he described cross-strait relations using terms like "community of common destiny" and "one family," urging both the KMT and the CCP, as well as the people on both sides, to stand firm on their "national stance."
According to Xinhua News Agency, Xi emphasized during the meeting that people across the strait all hope for peace and tranquility in the Taiwan Strait, improved cross-strait relations, and a better life. He stated this is the inescapable responsibility of both the KMT and the CCP, and the driving force for their cooperation.
He stated his willingness to work with all Taiwan political parties, organizations, and figures from all walks of life—including the KMT—on the common political foundation of upholding the "1992 Consensus" and opposing Taiwan independence, to strengthen dialogue and "seek peace for the strait, welfare for compatriots, and national rejuvenation, keeping the future of cross-strait relations firmly in the hands of the Chinese people themselves."
First, he insisted on promoting spiritual harmony through "correct identity." He claimed that people on both sides share the same roots, culture, and bloodline, making them an interconnected "community of common destiny." "As long as a family talks things over and consults with each other, there are no contradictions or differences that cannot be resolved," adding that "different social systems are not an excuse for division."
He proclaimed, "The KMT and CCP, and compatriots on both sides must stand firm on national principles, inherit and carry forward Chinese culture, strengthen their identity with the Chinese nation, culture, and great motherland, and boost their ambition, backbone, and confidence as proud Chinese."
Second, he insisted on safeguarding the common homeland through peaceful development. He said the mainland and Taiwan belong to one China, which is the common homeland of the Chinese nation. The fundamental basis for protecting and building this homeland is the 1992 Consensus and opposing Taiwan independence, "the core of which is identifying that both sides belong to one China," noting that "harmony brings wealth to a family."
He welcomed any ideas and actions conducive to peaceful cross-strait development. "Taiwan independence is the chief culprit destroying peace in the Taiwan Strait; we will never appease or tolerate it." He urged both parties and people across the strait to uphold national righteousness and oppose separatism and foreign interference.
Third, he insisted on enhancing public welfare through exchange and integration, aiming to give people a better life, welcoming Taiwanese to visit, work, and bring products to the mainland.
Fourth, he insisted on realizing national rejuvenation through united struggle, noting this year marks Sun Yat-sen's 160th birthday, and inviting Taiwan to share in the mainland's modernization opportunities.
According to Xinhua, Cheng Li-wun stated that people on both sides are descendants of Yan and Yellow Emperors, share Chinese culture, and are "Chinese and one family." She called for adherence to the 1992 Consensus, stronger political trust, and increased exchanges across all sectors to realize national rejuvenation.
The meeting took place at 11 AM in the East Hall of the Great Hall of the People. They shook hands for 14 seconds and delivered public remarks before proceeding to formal closed-door talks. Senior CCP officials including Wang Huning and Cai Qi were also present. (Editor: Zhang Shu-ling / Zhu Jian-ling) 1150410
According to Xinhua News Agency, Xi emphasized during the meeting that people across the strait all hope for peace and tranquility in the Taiwan Strait, improved cross-strait relations, and a better life. He stated this is the inescapable responsibility of both the KMT and the CCP, and the driving force for their cooperation.
He stated his willingness to work with all Taiwan political parties, organizations, and figures from all walks of life—including the KMT—on the common political foundation of upholding the "1992 Consensus" and opposing Taiwan independence, to strengthen dialogue and "seek peace for the strait, welfare for compatriots, and national rejuvenation, keeping the future of cross-strait relations firmly in the hands of the Chinese people themselves."
First, he insisted on promoting spiritual harmony through "correct identity." He claimed that people on both sides share the same roots, culture, and bloodline, making them an interconnected "community of common destiny." "As long as a family talks things over and consults with each other, there are no contradictions or differences that cannot be resolved," adding that "different social systems are not an excuse for division."
He proclaimed, "The KMT and CCP, and compatriots on both sides must stand firm on national principles, inherit and carry forward Chinese culture, strengthen their identity with the Chinese nation, culture, and great motherland, and boost their ambition, backbone, and confidence as proud Chinese."
Second, he insisted on safeguarding the common homeland through peaceful development. He said the mainland and Taiwan belong to one China, which is the common homeland of the Chinese nation. The fundamental basis for protecting and building this homeland is the 1992 Consensus and opposing Taiwan independence, "the core of which is identifying that both sides belong to one China," noting that "harmony brings wealth to a family."
He welcomed any ideas and actions conducive to peaceful cross-strait development. "Taiwan independence is the chief culprit destroying peace in the Taiwan Strait; we will never appease or tolerate it." He urged both parties and people across the strait to uphold national righteousness and oppose separatism and foreign interference.
Third, he insisted on enhancing public welfare through exchange and integration, aiming to give people a better life, welcoming Taiwanese to visit, work, and bring products to the mainland.
Fourth, he insisted on realizing national rejuvenation through united struggle, noting this year marks Sun Yat-sen's 160th birthday, and inviting Taiwan to share in the mainland's modernization opportunities.
According to Xinhua, Cheng Li-wun stated that people on both sides are descendants of Yan and Yellow Emperors, share Chinese culture, and are "Chinese and one family." She called for adherence to the 1992 Consensus, stronger political trust, and increased exchanges across all sectors to realize national rejuvenation.
The meeting took place at 11 AM in the East Hall of the Great Hall of the People. They shook hands for 14 seconds and delivered public remarks before proceeding to formal closed-door talks. Senior CCP officials including Wang Huning and Cai Qi were also present. (Editor: Zhang Shu-ling / Zhu Jian-ling) 1150410