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Beijing Strengthens Stance on Taiwan Amid Rising Tensions

2/10/2026

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Wang Huning reiterated support for patriotic pro-reunification forces at the 2026 Taiwan Work Conference.
He emphasized combating "Taiwan independence" separatists and warned against external interference.
The remarks come as Beijing intensifies military pressure and regards Taiwan as its territory.
KMT vice-chairman Hsiao Hsu-tsen said there is interest in a future meeting between the KMT's new chairwoman and Chinese President Xi Jinping.

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Wang Huning reiterated support for patriotic pro-reunification forces at the 2026 Taiwan Work Conference.
He emphasized combating "Taiwan independence" separatists and warned against external interference.
The remarks come as Beijing intensifies military pressure and regards Taiwan as its territory.
KMT vice-chairman Hsiao Hsu-tsen said there is interest in a future meeting between the KMT's new chairwoman and Chinese President Xi Jinping.