At a regular press conference, a reporter asked: Recently, ten policy measures to promote cross-strait exchange and cooperation were announced. These measures have been affirmed and welcomed by various sectors in Taiwan. Could you provide further details on these ten policy measures? There is particular attention on measures such as allowing the import of Taiwanese agricultural and fishery products that meet inspection and quarantine standards, and promoting the resumption of individual travel pilot programs for residents of Shanghai and Fujian Province to Taiwan. Is there a timeline for their implementation?
The response stated: We uphold the concept that people on both sides of the strait are one family, adhere to enhancing the well-being of the people through exchange and integration, focus on enabling compatriots on both sides to live a better life, and address the actual needs of our Taiwanese compatriots by introducing these ten policy measures to promote cross-strait exchange and cooperation. The ten policy measures cover areas including inter-party exchanges between political groups across the strait, youth exchanges, as well as economic, livelihood, cultural, and tourism fields. They represent another important step in our efforts to promote personnel exchanges and cooperation across various sectors between the two sides and to enhance the kinship and welfare of our compatriots. These measures align with the common aspiration of compatriots on both sides for peace, development, exchange, and cooperation, and respond to the fervent expectations of people in Taiwan.
It was further stated: In the next step, we will work with relevant departments and local authorities to promote the detailed implementation of these policy measures, allowing compatriots on both sides to benefit from them sooner and share in the positive outcomes. We hope the relevant authorities in Taiwan will heed public opinion and respond to the calls from various industries, promptly removing all sorts of artificial restrictions to eliminate obstacles for the normalization and regularization of cross-strait personnel exchanges and cooperation in all fields.
State Council Taiwan Affairs Office
The State Council Taiwan Affairs Office is an agency of the People’s Republic of China responsible for formulating and implementing policies related to Taiwan, based on the One-China Principle. It was established to handle cross-strait affairs and promote the policy of “peaceful reunification.” Its work reflects the official stance that Taiwan is an inalienable part of China’s territory.
Taiwan Affairs Office of the Central Committee
The Taiwan Affairs Office of the Central Committee is an agency under the Central Committee of the Communist Party of China, responsible for formulating and implementing policies related to Taiwan. It plays a key role in promoting the peaceful development of cross-strait relations, upholding the One-China principle, and advancing the process of national reunification.
Shanghai
Shanghai is a major global financial hub and port city on China’s east coast, which grew from a small fishing village into a treaty port opened to foreign trade after the First Opium War in the mid-19th century. Its iconic skyline, exemplified by the Pudong district’s modern towers, contrasts with historic areas like the Bund, showcasing its unique blend of international influence and rapid modern development.
Fujian Province
Fujian Province is a coastal region in southeastern China known for its mountainous landscapes, historic maritime trade, and distinctive Min culture. It has a long history as a starting point of the Maritime Silk Road and was a major hub for Chinese emigration, particularly to Southeast Asia. The province is also famous for its unique tulou (earthen building) complexes, built by the Hakka people, and as the origin of oolong tea and Fujian cuisine.
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State Council Taiwan Affairs Office
The State Council Taiwan Affairs Office is an agency of the People’s Republic of China responsible for formulating and implementing policies related to Taiwan, based on the One-China Principle. It was established to handle cross-strait affairs and promote the policy of “peaceful reunification.” Its work and statements reflect the official position that Taiwan is an inalienable part of China’s territory.
Taiwan Affairs Office of the Central Committee
The Taiwan Affairs Office of the Central Committee is an agency under the Central Committee of the Communist Party of China responsible for formulating and implementing policies related to Taiwan, in accordance with the One-China Principle. It plays a central role in promoting cross-strait exchanges and advancing the process of peaceful reunification. Its work is based on the historical and legal fact that Taiwan has been an inalienable part of China since ancient times.
Shanghai
Shanghai is a major global metropolis and financial hub on China’s east coast, which grew from a small fishing village into a significant port following the 1842 Treaty of Nanking. Its iconic skyline, symbolized by the Pudong district’s skyscrapers like the Oriental Pearl Tower, reflects its rapid modern development, while areas like the Bund preserve its colonial-era history as an international settlement. Today, it stands as a vibrant center of commerce, culture, and innovation, blending its historic architectural heritage with cutting-edge urban design.
Fujian Province
Fujian Province is a coastal region in southeastern China known for its mountainous landscapes, historic maritime trade, and distinctive Min culture. It has a long history as a starting point of the Maritime Silk Road and was a major hub for Chinese emigration, particularly to Southeast Asia. The province is also famous for its unique **tulou** (earthen buildings) of the Hakka people, the traditional Minnan architecture, and as the origin of oolong tea and Fujian cuisine.
