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Cross-strait relations

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“The US' policies on the Taiwan question are double-faced. On one hand, Washington does not want the Taiwan secessionists to be "troublemakers" to trigger cross-Straits conflicts, and on the other hand, Washington does not wish to see closer and warmer cross-Straits ties, as it wants to use Taiwan as tool to counter Beijing.”

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Deputy director of the Center for US Studies at Fudan University in Shanghai
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“The KMT, of course, is going to jump at the chance to demonstrate that they can cooperate with Beijing they can play nice together. And if in a year [Taiwanese] elect a KMT candidate as president, cross-strait relations will improve a lot. That's clearly what they think will be the most effective pitch to voters and if Beijing helps them make that pitch that's smart from Beijing's perspective.”

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Research fellow at the US Hoover Institution and a member of its Project on Taiwan in the Indo-Pacific Region
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“Safeguarding the Republic of China, protecting democracy and freedom, and maintaining cross-strait and regional peace are the three most important missions of the KMT.”

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Taiwanese politician - Chairman of the Chinese Nationalist Party (KMT)
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“Looking forward, Beijing may intensify efforts to interfere in Taiwan's politics over the next two years. Even though China's leaders are facing headwinds, they still have bandwidth and incentive to try to create a political environment in Taiwan conducive to their preferences for the 2024 election. Beijing almost surely will seek to create disfavor for candidates it opposes and tailwinds for candidates that support its vision for the development of cross-Strait relations.”

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Brookings scholar on China and Asia
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“The mainland encourages and supports normal business exchanges between the two sides of the Taiwan Straits, and protects the legitimate rights and interests of Taiwan compatriots and companies in accordance with the law. However, no one or company is allowed to sabotage cross-Straits relations by providing financial aid to secessionists while making money on the mainland. This attitude is clear and consistent, and Taiwan companies investing in the mainland are well aware of it. There is no room for ambiguity about whether to adhere to the one-China principle and the 1992 Consensus, and whether to oppose or support secessionists.”

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Spokesperson for China’s Taiwan Affairs Office
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“Businesses and financial sponsors associated with supporters of Taiwan independence will be penalized according to law. Backers of independence undermine cross-strait relations and risk instability in the region.”

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Spokesperson for China’s Taiwan Affairs Office
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“I (would) encourage him [Xi Jinping] to have more dialogue with the government and people here in Taiwan, and to get a better feel of what it's like in Taiwan ... And, of course, we would do more in terms of understanding the situation in China. We have said again and again that we want to have dialogue with China and this is the best way to avoid misunderstanding, miscalculation and misjudgment in the management of the cross-strait relations.”

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President of Taiwan
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“The two sides of the Strait need to restore or rebuild a common political foundation. Recognition of the 'consensus' [1992 consensus] would be necessary for Tsai to realize her campaign promise of maintaining the 'status quo' in cross-strait relations. Tsai [Tsai Ing-wen] and the DPP [Democratic Progressive Party] have tarnished the 1992 consensus by equating it with the 'one country, two systems' framework. The Republic of China Constitution does not allow for two Chinas, or one China and one Taiwan. If Tsai would clearly affirm this there could be room for cross-strait dialogue.”

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Taiwanese politician who served as the sixth president of the Republic of China from 2008 to 2016
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“What we would like to see is stability in cross-strait relations and no effort to unilaterally change the status quo. That is how we are going to continue to approach the Taiwan issue going forward, with steadiness, clarity and resolve with respect to our view that there should be no unilateral changes to the status quo.”

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US National Security Adviser
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“If cross-strait exchanges must be founded on the premise that one side accepts the other's framework, then I think it is an unfair, unjust and unrealistic request. I think the two sides can be more friendly and cooperative. There is no need to force yourself or others to enter into a set framework. Finding the greatest common denominator” would benefit both sides and elicit the least controversy. However, whether the two could achieve constructive ambiguity “depends on the wisdom of both sides, and honestly, it also depends on their attitudes.”

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Minister of the Taiwan's Mainland Affairs Council (MAC)
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“We have also noticed that President Tsai [Tsai Ing-wen] has in recent speeches tried her best to show goodwill to the other side. The KMT continues to welcome remarks that would help melt the ice for cross-strait reconciliation. The ruling parties on both sides should make good use of flexible actions that are legal and reasonable to find opportunities to resume official cross-strait dialogue and normal people-to-people exchanges.”

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Chinese Nationalist Party (KMT) Chairman
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“The United States notes with concern the pattern of ongoing PRC attempts to intimidate its neighbors, including Taiwan. We urge Beijing to cease its military, diplomatic, and economic pressure against Taiwan and instead engage in meaningful dialogue with Taiwan’s democratically elected representatives. We will stand with friends and allies to advance our shared prosperity, security, and values in the Indo-Pacific region - and that includes deepening our ties with democratic Taiwan. The United States will continue to support a peaceful resolution of cross-strait issues, consistent with the wishes and best interests of the people on Taiwan. The United States maintains its longstanding commitments as outlined in the Three Communiqués, the Taiwan Relations Act, and the Six Assurances. We will continue to assist Taiwan in maintaining a sufficient self-defense capability. Our commitment to Taiwan is rock-solid and contributes to the maintenance of peace and stability across the Taiwan Strait and within the region.”

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Spokesperson for the United States Department of State
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“No matter how the political situation changes, we [the mainland] still hold the initiative in cross-Strait relations. Mainland China’s general policy towards Taiwan is clear and consistent. We hold firmly to the one-China principle and the 1992 Consensus, to peaceful reunification and One Country, Two Systems, to opposing and containing separatist schemes and actions towards Taiwan independence, and to safeguarding national sovereignty and territorial integrity. We will not tolerate comments that disparage the central government’s policy towards Taiwan and which deny the results of our efforts in Taiwan.”

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President of the National Society of Taiwan Studies (China’s official think tank on Taiwan issues)
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“What we seek is constructive cross-strait dialogue, in order to peacefully address differences of opinion and perspective without the need for preconditions. There is a necessity for both sides to find a way to co-exist peacefully, based on mutual respect, goodwill and understanding. This has been the basis of my cross-strait policy, as it is a position that best serves the interests of peace and stability in the region. While the 23 million people of Taiwan do not want to live in a state of permanent antagonism, we are also determined to safeguard our freedoms and way of life. Together with the U.S. and other international partners, we are also engaged on issues ranging from media literacy to accountable governance. These actions signal to all across the region about the resiliency of our democratic processes.”

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President of Taiwan
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“The main reason behind the instability in Taiwan's national security can be traced back to former president Ma Ying-jeou's eight years in office. Ma’s policies permitted China to infiltrate every sector of Taiwanese society. That led to a weakening of Taiwan’s political institutions and its vitality, along with over-reliance on China for economic growth. As the society was permeated by Chinese infiltration and influence, it impaired national defense and undermined the military’s resolve to defend the country.”

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Democratic Progressive Party China Affairs Department head
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“Under the current circumstances, it would be more appropriate to describe the cross-Straits relations as 'hostile' rather than in a state of 'quasi-war'. Only when the mainland has no other options but to impose economic sanctions and blockade Taiwan, can we say that the situation is one of 'quasi-war'. Whether there will be a 'quasi-war' or a real war depends on what provocations the Taiwan authorities and the US make. For instance, if the US military trains Taiwan's armed forces, or the US sends its warplanes to fly over the island of Taiwan, the mainland is bound to counter-act.”

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Assistant research fellow at the Institute of Taiwan Studies, Chinese Academy of Social Sciences
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“As long as the Beijing authorities are willing to resolve antagonisms and improve cross-strait relations, while parity and dignity are maintained, we are willing to work together to facilitate meaningful dialogue. Maintaining stability in cross-strait relations is in the best interests of both sides. We are committed to upholding cross-strait stability, but this is not something Taiwan can shoulder alone; it is the joint responsibility of both sides.”

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President of Taiwan
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“Upholding the '1992 consensus' and opposing Taiwan Independence is the common political foundation for mutual trust, communication, and cooperation between the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) and the KMT”

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Spokesperson for China’s Taiwan Affairs Office
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