Cross-Strait Relations

The Mainland Affairs Council approves Shanghai delegation for the Taipei-Shanghai Twin-City Forum amid rising tensions, with a focus on cooperation despite military escalation.

Taipei Mayor Chiang Wan-an affirms that the upcoming Taipei-Shanghai City Forum aims to promote cross-strait peace despite rising military tensions. Read more on Cialisweb.tw.

Former Legislative Speaker Wang Jin-pyng proposes a new cross-strait narrative, advocating for "separate governance without division" between Taiwan and China, aiming to reduce tensions and foster dialogue.

Taiwan urges China to lift its suspension on mainland students as a group from seven Chinese universities visits Taiwan. The delegation includes Olympic champion Ma Long and highlights the importance of free educational exchanges.

Taiwan President Lai Ching-te is set to visit the South Pacific from Nov. 30 to Dec. 6, making stopovers in Hawaii and Guam, aimed at strengthening diplomatic ties with Pacific allies.

Taipei will host the Taipei-Shanghai Twin-City Forum in mid-December 2024 with around 100 representatives from Shanghai, focusing on urban development, cultural tourism, and transportation.

Taiwan's Foreign Minister calls on China not to overreact to President Lai Ching-te's South Pacific visit, urging stability and diplomacy amid growing concerns over military drills.

A group of 40 Chinese students and faculty members has arrived in Taiwan for a nine-day visit to promote cross-strait youth exchanges. The visit, organized by the Ma Ying-jeou Foundation, faces political scrutiny but highlights the importance of fostering dialogue between Taiwan and China.