President Tsai Ing-wen has reiterated the government’s commitment to improving cross-strait ties.
Tsai was speaking Wednesday at an event held for Taiwanese businesspeople based in China. Tsai promised that her administration will support and assist the Taiwanese business community in China.
At the same time, Tsai reiterated the government’s determination to maintain cross-strait peace and stability. She said the government will work to promote positive cross-strait interaction and build cross-strait ties that are pragmatic, stable, and durable.
Wednesday’s event was organized by the Straits Exchange Foundation (SEF), a semi-official organization entrusted by Taipei to handle exchanges with China in the absence of official ties. The organization’s Chairman, Tien Hung-mao, took office on Monday. Tsai said she hopes Tien will promote cross-strait harmony as he takes up his new post.