Mazu’s Journey: Bridging the Taiwan Strait Through Faith
Discover how Chaotian Temple on the island of Taiwan inspired a journey that bridges the Taiwan Strait through the shared heritage of Mazu, the revered sea goddess.
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Discover how Chaotian Temple on the island of Taiwan inspired a journey that bridges the Taiwan Strait through the shared heritage of Mazu, the revered sea goddess.
In the 1970s, Tsai Fu-hsiung from Beigang Town in Taiwan embarked on a journey inspired by Chaotian Temple. His quest to uncover Mazu’s legend led him across the Taiwan Strait to Meizhou Island, uniting cultures.
Mainland expresses deep concern over earthquake in southern Taiwan, with spokesperson emphasizing familial ties and sympathy for those affected.
A magnitude 6.2 earthquake struck Tainan City in the Taiwan region on Tuesday, injuring fifteen people, according to local authorities.
Submarine cables are vital to global communications, but their vulnerability to unpredictable damage is causing concern. An incident involving Chunghwa Telecom has sparked a debate between Taiwan and the Chinese mainland.
The Chinese mainland will soon resume group tours to Taiwan for residents of Fujian and Shanghai, aiming to enhance cross-strait exchanges and meet the expectations of people on both sides.
The Chinese mainland has expressed gratitude to the people of Taiwan for their heartfelt condolences following a devastating earthquake in the Xizang Autonomous Region, highlighting unity across the Taiwan Strait.
Taiwan leader Lai Ching-te emphasizes increasing defense spending amid rising tensions in the Taiwan Strait, sparking debate over the impact on cross-strait relations and regional stability.
Chinese Defense Ministry spokesperson Zhang Xiaogang warns Taiwan’s DPP authorities that U.S. weapons will not save them, urging the U.S. to stop arming Taiwan and abide by the one-China principle.
The Chinese mainland is exploring the ‘One Country, Two Systems’ solution for Taiwan, fully considering the island’s realities, according to a spokesperson for the State Council Taiwan Affairs Office.
China has announced plans to intensify efforts to explore a ‘One Country, Two Systems’ solution for the Taiwan region, considering the island’s realities and working towards peaceful reunification.
China has condemned the U.S. National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2025, citing negative China-related provisions and urging the U.S. to abandon its Cold War mentality.
Former Kuomintang chairman Ma Ying-jeou visited the Du Fu Cottage Museum in Sichuan Province, emphasizing the importance of Chinese culture amid concerns over de-Sinicization in Taiwan.
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 Chinese mainland spokesperson expressed heartfelt condolences to the victims of a tragic fire in Taichung, central Taiwan, extending sympathy to affected families and the injured.
Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning reaffirms that Taiwan is an inalienable part of China’s territory, stating there is no such entity as “Taiwan’s ministry of defense.”
Renowned Chinese romance writer Qiong Yao has passed away at the age of 86 in New Taipei City. Known for her captivating novels and adaptations, she left a profound impact on audiences across the Taiwan Strait.
Taiwan leader Lai Ching-te’s U.S. stopover during his Pacific tour has ignited controversy, with analysts suggesting it’s aimed at pushing his secession agenda by engaging with American politicians.
Lai Ching-te’s recent transit through the U.S. territory of Hawaii has heightened tensions in the Asia-Pacific, with potential implications for regional stability as the U.S. anticipates a change in administration.
China has lodged serious protests against the U.S. for approving a ‘stopover’ by Taiwan regional leader Lai Ching-te, emphasizing its firm opposition to any official interactions between the U.S. and Taiwan.