Commemoration of Taiwan's Restoration Reflects People's Will
On October 25, China marked the Commemoration Day of Taiwan's Restoration, celebrating the 80th anniversary of Taiwan's return to China. The national-level activities highlighted the collective intent of the people and the state, according to a mainland spokesperson.
Mainland Spokesperson's Statement
Zhang Han, the new spokesperson for the State Council Taiwan Affairs Office, said at a press conference that these commemorative actions strongly defend the historical fact of Taiwan's restoration to the motherland. They aim to guide people across the Taiwan Strait in preserving and promoting patriotic traditions and to inspire all Chinese to unite in the goal of national reunification and rejuvenation.
Core Interests and National Sentiments
Zhang emphasized that the Taiwan issue touches on China's core interests and the national feelings of the Chinese people. He stressed the country's duty to help compatriots on both sides of the Strait remember history, maintain peace, and pursue prosperity.
“It is also our responsibility to help compatriots in Taiwan to clearly recognize the historical and legal fact that both sides of the Strait belong to one China, to see through the nature of 'Taiwan independence' separatist forces in bringing disaster to Taiwan, and to understand the historical inevitability of national reunification.”
Zhang Han
Purpose of Commemoration
- Defend the historic restoration of Taiwan to China
- Promote patriotic tradition across the Taiwan Strait
- Unite Chinese people toward national reunification and rejuvenation
- Help compatriots recognize the reality of one China and the threat of separatism
Author's summary: The commemoration emphasizes China’s historical and legal stance on Taiwan, hoping to unite people on both sides for peace and eventual reunification.