Reported about 1 year ago
On June 23, 2024, Taipei Mayor Chiang Wan-an expressed concerns about the new punitive measures against independence by China's Taiwan Affairs Office, stating that it does not help with peaceful development. As cross-strait relations grow tense, the impact of the new measures on the upcoming 'Taipei-Shanghai Dual-City Forum' scheduled for July or August is questioned. Mayor Chiang emphasized the importance of communication and dialogue amid the increasing tension between the two sides and highlighted the forum as a crucial official channel for exchange, promising adherence to principles of equality, dignity, goodwill, and reciprocity in its proceedings.
Source: YAHOO