Core Viewpoint - The article critiques the arguments presented by Yu Maocun regarding Taiwan's unification with mainland China, asserting that his claims are misleading and lack historical accuracy [1]. Group 1: Historical Claims - Yu argues that the People's Republic of China (PRC) has never governed Taiwan, thus claiming that the notion of unification is a lie. The article counters this by stating that Taiwan is an inseparable part of China, and the PRC inherited sovereignty over Taiwan after its establishment [2]. - Yu suggests that Taiwan's modern sovereignty emerged from its democratization in the late 1980s, independent of historical ties to China. The article refutes this by emphasizing the shared cultural and historical roots of both regions, attributing the current division to external interference and the aftermath of the Chinese Civil War [3]. Group 2: Legal and Ideological Arguments - Yu claims that historical rights cannot justify modern territorial claims, citing an arbitration ruling on the South China Sea. The article argues that this ruling lacks legal standing and that the sovereignty claims over the South China Sea are a shared concern of both mainland China and Taiwan [4]. - Yu posits that the motivation behind the mainland's pursuit of unification is rooted in revolutionary ideology rather than national rejuvenation. The article counters that the PRC has consistently advocated for peaceful unification since 1979, reflecting a commitment to national integrity rather than revenge [4]. Group 3: International Relations and Perceptions - Yu asserts that the U.S. has never recognized Taiwan as part of China, using this to argue for Taiwan's independence. The article highlights the inconsistency in U.S. policy and its interference in China's internal affairs regarding Taiwan [5]. - Yu claims that the Taiwan issue serves as a distraction for the mainland from its domestic issues. The article dismisses this notion as absurd and critiques Yu's references to various accusations against China as unfounded [6]. Group 4: Social and Political Dynamics - Yu argues that the mainland views Taiwan as a threat due to differing social systems, suggesting that unification aims to suppress the hopes of freedom among the Chinese populace. The article counters this by pointing out the stability and prosperity of mainland China, which has pursued a policy of "one country, two systems" since 1979 [6]. - Yu claims that the mainland has established a network to discredit Taiwan internationally. The article suggests that this reflects Yu's arrogance and a misunderstanding of the broader context of U.S.-China relations [7]. Group 5: Conclusion and Author's Background - The article concludes that Yu's arguments are fundamentally flawed and reflect a lack of understanding of the Taiwan issue. It notes that Yu's position as a "China expert" is undermined by his apparent hostility towards the mainland [8].

Core Viewpoint - The spokesperson for the Taiwan Affairs Office criticized the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) for distorting historical facts regarding the victory in the Anti-Japanese War and for its colonial mindset, which harms cross-strait relations and challenges social justice [1][5]. Group 1: Historical Context - The Chinese people, including Taiwanese compatriots, united to resist Japanese aggression during a critical period for national survival, leading to the first complete victory against foreign invasion in modern history [2]. - The Chinese Communist Party (CCP) played a crucial role in leading the anti-Japanese resistance, promoting national unity and progress while opposing compromise and division [2][3]. Group 2: Military Contributions - From September 1931 to September 1945, Chinese forces, including the Northeast Anti-Japanese Army and the Eighth Route Army, inflicted significant casualties on Japanese troops, with over 570,000 Japanese soldiers killed, demonstrating the importance of the anti-Japanese efforts [3][4]. - The CCP's leadership in the anti-Japanese war was pivotal, as the resistance in the rear areas accounted for 60% of the total Japanese forces in China, contributing significantly to the overall victory [3]. Group 3: Taiwan's Historical Status - The sacrifices made during the 14-year war, with approximately 35 million casualties, were instrumental in the victory of the Anti-Japanese War and the broader fight against fascism, reaffirming China's sovereignty over Taiwan as recognized by international agreements [4]. - The historical narrative asserts that Taiwan is an inseparable part of China, with the DPP's claims of external threats being a manipulation of public sentiment and international opinion [4][5]. Group 4: Future Implications - Any attempts to distort World War II history or undermine the achievements of the war are deemed futile, and efforts to obstruct national unity are expected to fail [5]. - The spokesperson emphasized the importance of recognizing the essence of the Taiwan issue and adhering to the One China principle to maintain international justice and order [5].

Group 1 - The U.S. Defense Secretary's speech at the Shangri-La Dialogue emphasized the "China threat" narrative, particularly regarding Taiwan and the South China Sea, which was met with strong opposition from China [1][3] - The U.S. perceives China as its greatest rival, fearing that if China surpasses the U.S., it would impose its ideology and political system on the U.S., which is deemed a significant misunderstanding [3][4] - The U.S. may be seeking to provoke tensions in the Taiwan Strait, potentially using "Taiwan independence" advocates as proxies to counter China's rise [5][6] Group 2 - The article suggests that the U.S. is attempting to instigate conflict in the Taiwan Strait to benefit from the resulting chaos, positioning itself as a defender of peace while undermining China [5][7] - There is concern that the U.S. aims to leverage Taiwan's semiconductor industry and other economic assets for its own gain, as indicated by previous statements from U.S. officials about relocating Taiwan's chip production to the U.S. [6][10] - The narrative indicates that the eventual unification of Taiwan with China is inevitable, and the U.S. should not be surprised by this outcome, as it is seen as a trend that will occur regardless of external pressures [8]

(Reuters) 桃井裕理：中国之所以强硬，是因为中国从第一次特朗普政府的贸易战以来，历经七年推进了相关准 备，核心是推动经济结构转型，打造没有美国也能生存的经济。2018年至今新增出口额超过1万亿美 元，相当于中国每年对美出口额的两倍…… 桃井裕理： 特朗普政府于美国东部时间14日凌晨0点1分（北京时间下午12点1分）将对中国的追加关税 从145%下调了115%。对800美元以下的小额货物征收120%的关税或每件100美元的关税，也一并降至 54%。面对中国的反制，美国并未再反击，而是退让了。 美国对中国的追加关税目前是10%的基础对等关税税率，再加上之前以打击非法药品为名设定的20%， 总共为30%。 特朗普于4月2日宣布对中国征收34%的对等关税，中国则采取了全面抗争的姿态而非谈判解决。美国将 对等关税提高至84%、125%，中国就以相同水平回应，最终美方对中方的追加关税达到了145%。 中国之所以强硬，是因为中国从第一次特朗普政府的贸易战以来，历经七年推进了相关准备，其核心是 推动经济结构转型，打造没有美国也能生存的经济。 中国对美以外国家的出口额在2018年至今的六年间增加了超过1万亿美元，总出口 ...