Mazu’s Legacy: How Chaotian Temple Connected Taiwan and Fujian
Chaotian Temple in Beigang Town inspired Tsai Fu-hsiung’s journey from Taiwan to Fujian’s Meizhou Island, linking communities across the Taiwan Strait through the shared legacy of Mazu.
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Chaotian Temple in Beigang Town inspired Tsai Fu-hsiung’s journey from Taiwan to Fujian’s Meizhou Island, linking communities across the Taiwan Strait through the shared legacy of Mazu.
Chaotian Temple in Beigang Town, a revered Mazu temple on the island of Taiwan, inspired a lifelong voyage of discovery for Tsai Fu-hsiung, bridging connections across the Taiwan Strait.
Taiwan leader Lai Ching-te has called for increasing the region’s ‘defense’ budget amid rising tensions in the Taiwan Strait, sparking debate over the impact on cross-strait relations.
Taiwan leader Lai Ching-te’s call for increasing the island’s defense budget in his New Year speech has raised concerns over escalating tensions across the Taiwan Strait.
China has condemned the U.S. decision to provide military assistance and approve arms sales to the Taiwan region, calling it a serious violation of the one-China principle and a threat to peace in the Taiwan Strait.
A meeting in Beijing aims to enhance economic and cultural exchanges across the Taiwan Strait, focusing on integrated development and national reunification.
Taiwan regional leader Lai Ching-te’s recent trip with U.S. stopovers seeks to boost political leverage but may escalate tensions and faces challenges amid uncertain U.S. support and domestic priorities.
China urges the U.S. to stop arming the Taiwan region, warning that continued military support risks escalating tensions and pushing Taiwan closer to conflict.
The U.S. has approved a $1.988 billion arms sale to the Taiwan region, a move that undermines peace in the Taiwan Strait and raises concerns over U.S.-China relations.
China firmly opposes any country’s provocations threatening its sovereignty amid recent U.S. and Canadian naval transit through the Taiwan Strait.
China warns the United States and Canada over their warships transiting the Taiwan Strait, accusing them of disrupting regional peace and stability.
Houyan Island in Fujian Province enchants visitors with its stunning rocky shores and its unique position as the closest point between the Chinese mainland and the island of Taiwan.
Chinese PLA’s Eastern Theater Command conducted Joint Sword-2024B military drills around Taiwan island, involving multi-force exercises in response to Taiwan regional leader Lai Ching-te’s recent speech.
Taiwan leader Lai Ching-te’s emphasis on democracy and calls for united efforts with Western democracies may risk escalating tensions across the Taiwan Strait, potentially impacting regional stability.
Lai Ching-te’s renewed advocacy for “Taiwan independence” raises concerns about peace and stability across the Taiwan Strait.
Lai Ching-te’s renewed advocacy for the ‘two states’ theory heightens tensions across the Taiwan Strait, challenging the one-China principle and risking regional stability.
In a meeting at the UN General Assembly, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi urged the U.S. to oppose ‘Taiwan independence,’ advocating for adherence to the one-China principle and improved bilateral relations.
China warns Japan after a Japanese destroyer sails through the Taiwan Strait, emphasizing the Taiwan question as the political foundation of China-Japan relations and a red line not to be crossed.
Chinese defense spokesperson Zhang Xiaogang emphasizes that China’s military development aims to safeguard national sovereignty and promote peace, responding to Japan’s Defense White Paper.
Lailai, an Amis musician from central Taiwan, weaves stories of cross-strait integration into her music after settling in Pingtan, Fujian Province, touching hearts with her journey of cultural reconnection.