In a significant development during a work conference on Taiwan affairs held in Beijing, Wang Huning, a senior official of the Communist Party of China (CPC), emphasized the importance of advancing national reunification and strengthening cross-strait relations.
Wang, a member of the Standing Committee of the Political Bureau of the CPC Central Committee and chairman of the National Committee of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference, underscored the necessity of upholding the one-China principle and the 1992 Consensus. He called for close collaboration with Taiwan residents, firm support for patriots in Taiwan who desire reunification, and resolute opposition to provocations aimed at \"Taiwan independence.\"
Highlighting the need for enhanced cross-strait exchanges and cooperation, Wang advocated for expanding personnel exchanges, supporting the development of Taiwan-funded businesses on the mainland, and creating favorable conditions for young people from Taiwan to pursue their aspirations on the mainland.
He stressed that the integrated development of both sides should be deepened, allowing Taiwan residents to share in the development opportunities and outcomes of Chinese modernization.
Furthermore, Wang called for a firm stance against external interference and emphasized the importance of consolidating the international community's commitment to the one-China principle.
He concluded by urging the implementation of the Party's overall policy for resolving the Taiwan question in the new era and strengthening the centralized, unified leadership of the CPC Central Committee over work related to Taiwan.
The conference was presided over by Wang Yi, a member of the Political Bureau of the CPC Central Committee and director of the Office of the Foreign Affairs Commission of the CPC Central Committee.
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Senior CPC official urges efforts to advance national reunification
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