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Chinas Xi Jinping says Taiwan reunification must happen as history cannot be stopped
What happened
Chinese President Xi Jinping said that resolving the Taiwan question is an "unwavering historical mission" of China's Communist Party and that the complete reunification of the motherland must be realised. He stated that the tide of history cannot be stopped and that China adheres to "peaceful reunification and the policy of 'one country, two systems'". Xi made the comments in a speech in Beijing's Great Hall of the People, where he also referred to Sun Yat-sen as a great national hero and patri
Why it matters
Xi's comments on Taiwan's reunification are significant as they reflect China's stance on the issue and may have implications for cross-Strait relations. The comments come ahead of the APEC summit in China and important local elections in Taiwan. The situation remains sensitive, with China viewing Taiwan as its own territory and Taiwan rejecting that claim.
Key facts
- Resolving the Taiwan question is an "unwavering historical mission" of China's Communist Party
- China adheres to "peaceful reunification and the policy of 'one country, two systems'"
- Taiwan's government did not immediately respond to Xi's comments
- The comments come ahead of the APEC summit and local elections in Taiwan
- China views Taiwan as its own territory.
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