Zhang Han, the newly appointed spokeswoman for the State Council Taiwan Affairs Office, held her inaugural press conference in Beijing on Wednesday. In addition to her role at the Taiwan Affairs Office, Zhang also oversees Taiwan-related matters in the Hong Kong and Macao special administrative regions. During her debut, she emphasized her dedication to advancing mainland policies on Taiwan and enhancing mutual understanding and trust between people across the Taiwan Strait. Notably, the office has increased the frequency of its press briefings from twice a month to weekly since October. Zhang joins a team of experienced spokespersons, including Chen Binhua, Zhu Fenglian, and Peng Qing’en, who recently made his first appearance at a regular press conference on October 29. This development underscores the office’s commitment to transparent communication and fostering cross-strait relations.