Top Chinese political advisor Wang Huning met with a delegation from the Taiwan region on February 4, 2026, reaffirming commitments to cross-strait cooperation during talks in Beijing. The meeting followed a joint forum organized by research institutes affiliated with the Communist Party of China and the Kuomintang (KMT), attended by over 100 experts from sectors including technology, healthcare, and environmental protection.
Wang, a Standing Committee member of the CPC Central Committee Political Bureau, emphasized adherence to the 1992 Consensus as the "common political foundation" for dialogue. He stated: "Opposing Taiwan independence separatism and external interference remains crucial to safeguarding the fundamental interests of compatriots on both sides of the Strait."
The Chinese official invited Taiwan enterprises to participate in the mainland's 15th Five-Year Plan implementation, highlighting opportunities in integrated economic development. KMT Vice Chairman Hsiao Hsu-tsen responded that both sides should "replace confrontation with consultation" to advance national rejuvenation.
This engagement occurs amid ongoing efforts to expand people-to-people exchanges, with Wang pledging to strengthen cooperation with Taiwan's political parties and civil society groups. Observers note the talks signal continued institutional dialogue channels despite complex cross-strait dynamics in 2026.
