BEIJING — In a significant meeting held on Tuesday, Song Tao, the Chinese mainland’s leading official on Taiwan affairs, underscored the vast opportunities available for Taiwanese businesses on the mainland. Speaking to a delegation from the Taiwan Federation of Industries (TFI), Song, who heads both the Taiwan Work Office of the Communist Party of China Central Committee and the Taiwan Affairs Office of the State Council, highlighted the potential for enhanced economic collaboration between the two sides of the Taiwan Strait. He pointed to the upcoming 15th Five-Year Plan (2026-30) as a pivotal framework for deepening integration and fostering mutual growth. Song urged Taiwanese business leaders to adhere to the one-China principle and the 1992 Consensus, reject any moves toward ‘Taiwan independence,’ and resist external interference. He emphasized the shared responsibility of safeguarding the Chinese nation’s unity and prosperity. Miau Feng-chiang, honorary chairman of the TFI, echoed these sentiments, stressing that the 1992 Consensus remains the cornerstone for peaceful cross-Strait relations. He affirmed the federation’s commitment to promoting industrial cooperation and supporting Taiwanese enterprises in expanding their presence on the mainland.
Mainland official highlights greater opportunities for Taiwan businesses on mainland
