In a significant move to strengthen cultural bonds, the third Cross-Strait Chinese Culture Summit commenced on Monday in Beijing, gathering more than 800 representatives from various cultural sectors across the Taiwan Strait.
Wang Huning, a member of the Standing Committee of the Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee and chairman of the National Committee of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference, addressed guests from the Chinese mainland and Taiwan. He called upon people on both sides of the strait to embrace the mission of preserving and promoting Chinese culture, emphasizing that a shared heritage serves as a vital bridge for unity.
During his remarks, Wang highlighted a collective belief that the territory cannot be divided, the country cannot be destabilized, and the civilization cannot be interrupted. He urged residents on both sides of the strait to foster a strong sense of community for the Chinese nation and to strengthen their confidence in their shared cultural roots.
The dialogue underscored the importance of the one-China principle and the 1992 Consensus. Wang reaffirmed the need to firmly oppose secessionist activities seeking "Taiwan independence," arguing that such efforts attempt to sever the deep cultural bonds that unite the two sides.
Adding a perspective from the Kuomintang, vice chairman Chang Jung-kung stated that people across the strait are part of one family, nurtured by the same Chinese culture. He advocated for the joint preservation of this heritage on the political foundation of the 1992 Consensus to ensure peace and development.
The summit, which was presided over by Song Tao, head of both the Taiwan Work Office of the CPC Central Committee and the Taiwan Affairs Office of the State Council, also focused on the role of the next generation. Wang Huning encouraged young people to develop a correct understanding of history and the state, urging them to contribute to national rejuvenation.
Beyond the main forum, the event features a diverse array of activities, including a cross-strait media professionals' forum, various sub-forums, and cultural exhibitions designed to foster integrated development and innovative cultural growth across the strait.
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