The 80th anniversary of Taiwan’s restoration to China was commemorated in Beijing through a forum organized by the Central Committee of the Taiwan Democratic Self-Government League. The event underscored the historical significance of Taiwan’s return to its motherland in 1945, marking the end of 50 years of Japanese colonial rule. Shaw Kai-ping, a 73-year-old attendee, shared his family’s poignant story of resistance against Japanese aggression. His father, Shaw Daoing, born in Japanese-colonized Taiwan in 1916, joined the mainland’s war effort in 1940 as a frontline medic, embodying the spirit of unity and sacrifice. Shaw emphasized the importance of educating Taiwan’s youth about their shared heritage and the necessity of reunification. He expressed concern over the current ‘de-Sinicization’ efforts by Taiwan’s Democratic Progressive Party, which he believes undermine Taiwan’s national will and dignity. Chi Hsing, president of The Observer magazine in Taiwan, highlighted the patriotic spirit of Taiwan’s forebears and called for Oct 25 to be designated as Taiwan Restoration Day on the mainland. Huang Ching-hsien, a professor at Nankai University, reiterated that Taiwan’s status as part of China is confirmed by international law and stressed the need for collective efforts to achieve true restoration and a bright future for Taiwan.