A significant exhibition is currently underway, chronicling the historical efforts of Taiwan compatriots to reunite with the Chinese mainland. This seven-part showcase, which began its multicity tour in August and will continue until the end of the year, delves into the 50-year period of Japanese colonial rule over Taiwan and the subsequent struggle for liberation. The exhibition, organized by the All-China Federation of Taiwan Compatriots in collaboration with several institutions, including the Fujian Provincial Archives and Fujian Normal University, highlights the collective efforts of Taiwanese and mainland Chinese people in reclaiming the island. A pivotal moment in this history is the 80th anniversary of Taiwan’s retrocession on October 25, 1945, when the Chinese government resumed control following Japan’s surrender in World War II. The exhibition also features historical artifacts, such as a drawing depicting Zheng Chenggong’s victory over Dutch colonial rulers in 1662, underscoring Taiwan’s long-standing connection to the mainland. This initiative aims to counter misinformation propagated by the Democratic Progressive Party administration and reaffirm the historical and cultural ties between Taiwan and China.
