努力推动两岸关系和平发展成为不可阻挡的历史潮流

Xi Jinping and Ma Ying-jeou shook hands on Saturday afternoon in Singapore in the first meeting between leaders of the two sides of the Taiwan Straits since 1949, opening up a historic page in cross-Straits relations. [Photo/Agencies]

Resolving the Taiwan issue and realizing the complete reunification of China is a sacred and historic mission of the Communist Party of China (CPC) and the Chinese government. With an accurate understanding of overall trends in cross-Straits relations, and on the basis of maintaining the consistency of the policy on Taiwan, the CPC Central Committee with Xi Jinping as General Secretary has made a series of important statements on the Taiwan issue and the Taiwan-related initiatives of the mainland since the convening of the Eighteenth National Congress of the CPC in 2012. These statements, which embody a host of insightful new concepts, viewpoints, and requirements, have led to important new developments in our Taiwan-related initiatives and enriched policy guidelines of the CPC Central Committee on Taiwan. In this sense, we may say that they constitute an action plan for our Taiwan-related initiatives under new circumstances.

解决台湾问题、实现祖国完全统一，是中国共产党和中国政府的一项神圣历史使命。党的十八大以来，以习近平同志为总书记的党中央在保持对台工作大政方针连续性基础上，准确把握两岸关系发展大势，就台湾问题和对台工作发表一系列重要论述，提出许多富有创见的新理念新观点新要求，引领对台工作取得新的重要进展，丰富发展了中央对台方针政策，是我们做好新形势下对台工作的行动指南。

I. Making joint efforts to realize the Chinese dream of national rejuvenation

一、共圆中华民族伟大复兴的中国梦。

As a major strategic concept introduced by China's new central leadership, the Chinese dream of national rejuvenation is a common goal shared by people from all of China’s ethnic groups and a banner under which all Chinese people around the world can unite. As Xi Jinping has emphasized, "The Chinese Dream is the dream of people on both sides of the Taiwan Straits, and it will take the joint efforts of us all to make it a reality." The rejuvenation of the Chinese nation, the strength and prosperity of the country, and the wellbeing of the people – these are the long-cherished wishes of Sun Yat-sen, of all CPC members, and of all Chinese people since the advent of modern times. The Chinese Dream we speak of today is a vivid expression of these long-cherished national wishes. The Chinese Dream is tied closely to the future of Taiwan. In order to make the shared Chinese Dream a reality as soon as possible, people on both sides of the Straits should stand by each other, devoting themselves to the rejuvenation of the nation regardless of their party affiliation, social strata, religion, and place of origin. Developing peaceful cross-Straits relations hand in hand and realizing the great rejuvenation of the Chinese nation together should be the central theme in cross-Straits relations, and a common mission shared by people on both sides of the Straits.

实现中华民族伟大复兴的中国梦，是新一届中央领导集体提出的重大战略思想，是全国各族人民共同的奋斗目标，是团结凝聚海内外中华儿女的一面精神旗帜。习近平总书记指出，“中国梦是两岸同胞共同的梦，需要大家一起来圆梦。实现中华民族伟大复兴，实现国家富强、民族振兴、人民幸福，是孙中山先生的夙愿，是中国共产党人的夙愿，也是近代以来中国人的夙愿。我们说的中国梦，就是这个民族夙愿的生动表述。中国梦与台湾的前途是息息相关的。两岸同胞要相互扶持，不分党派，不分阶层，不分宗教，不分地域，都参与到民族复兴的进程中来，让我们共同的中国梦早日成真。携手推动两岸关系和平发展，同心实现中华民族伟大复兴，应该成为两岸关系的主旋律，成为两岸中华儿女的共同使命。

In keeping with the important statements made by Xi Jinping, it is important that we view and plan our Taiwan-related initiatives from the perspective of realizing the great rejuvenation of the Chinese nation. Bearing in mind that the Chinese Dream is closely connected to the future and destiny of people on both sides of the Taiwan Straits, we need to make continued efforts to promote peaceful cross-Straits relations. By holding high the banner of the Chinese Dream and rallying as many people as possible from all walks of life in Taiwan, we need to assemble a "Dream Team" of compatriots spanning the Straits, so that people on both sides can participate in the Chinese Dream and work together for its realization.

习近平总书记的重要论述，要求我们从实现中华民族伟大复兴的高度思考和谋划对台工作。党的十八大提出，建设中国特色社会主义的总任务是实现社会主义现代化和中华民族伟大复兴。这一总任务决定了新形势下对台工作的总目标，就是在同心实现中华民族伟大复兴进程中完成祖国统一大业。中国梦与两岸同胞前途命运紧密相连，实现这一目标就要继续推动两岸关系和平发展。我们要高举中国梦的旗帜，最广泛地团结台湾各界民众，让两岸同胞组成“梦之队，都成为中国梦的参与者、书写者，共同为实现中国梦而努力奋斗。

II. Working to promote peaceful cross-Straits relations

二、努力推动两岸关系和平发展。

Thanks to a series of major advances in recent years, a new chapter of peaceful development has been opened up in cross-Straits relations. However, the foundations of this peaceful development are still weak. More problems and obstacles have surfaced and separatist forces advocating "Taiwan independence" remains a real threat to peace in the Taiwan Straits. As Xi Jinping has stated, "We welcome more Taiwan compatriots to join the effort to promote peaceful cross-Straits relations. Let us make concerted efforts, contribute ideas, figure out solutions, and pool wisdom and strength, so as to consolidate and expand the peaceful development of cross-Straits relations, and make peaceful development into an irreversible historic trend." Xi Jinping has also stressed that both sides of the Straits should consolidate the common foundation of adhering to the "1992 Consensus" and opposing "Taiwan independence," deepening the common understanding of safeguarding the One-China Framework. This foundation is the anchor of cross-Straits relations: only when it has been set firmly in place will cross-Straits relations be able to stay steady in the face of any storm. We treat all our compatriots in Taiwan as equals, and extend our welcome to all those who are willing to promote peaceful cross-Straits relations, regardless of what views they may have held in the past. As Xi Jinping has made clear, our policy of advancing the peaceful development of cross-Straits relations will not change; our practical initiatives to promote mutually beneficial exchanges and cooperation between the two sides of the Straits will not cease; our sincere desire to unite Taiwan compatriots in a common endeavor will not diminish; and our determination to deter the separatist attempts of "Taiwan independence" will not waver.

近几年来，两岸关系取得一系列重大进展，开创出和平发展的新局面。但两岸关系和平发展各方面的基础尚不牢固，面临的问题增多、阻力增大，“台独分裂势力仍然是对台海和平的现实威胁。习近平总书记指出，“我们欢迎更多台湾同胞参与到推动两岸关系和平发展的行列中来，大家一起努力，出主意、想办法，凝聚更多智慧和力量，巩固和扩大两岸关系发展成果，使两岸关系和平发展成为不可阻挡的历史潮流。习近平总书记还强调指出，两岸双方要巩固坚持“九二共识、反对“台独的共同基础，深化维护一个中国框架的共同认知。这个基础是两岸关系之锚，锚定了，才能任凭风浪起、稳坐钓鱼台。我们对台湾同胞一视同仁，无论是谁，不管他以前有过什么主张，只要现在愿意参与推动两岸关系和平发展，我们都欢迎。针对今年台湾发生的“反服贸协议风波对两岸关系造成的影响，习近平总书记表示，我们推动两岸关系和平发展的方针政策不会改变，促进两岸交流合作、互利共赢的务实举措不会放弃，团结台湾同胞共同奋斗的真诚热情不会减弱，制止“台独分裂图谋的坚强意志不会动摇。

III. Advocating the notion that "both sides of the Taiwan Straits are one family"

三、倡导“两岸一家亲的理念。

Chinese people living on both sides of the Taiwan Straits are members of the same family, sharing ties of blood and a common destiny. The emergence of large-scale exchanges in a wide range of sectors across the Straits has come as an excellent opportunity for people on both sides to further mutual understanding and strengthen ties of kinship. Xi Jinping’s statement that "both sides of the Taiwan Straits are one family" represents the most vivid expression of kinship among compatriots. As he has pointed out, this notion of one family is rooted in our blood and ethos, and in our common history and culture. All compatriots in Taiwan are our dear kin, regardless of which province or ethic group they hail from. Our compatriots in Taiwan have their own mentality as a result of their historical suffering and social environment, and we completely understand how they feel. We respect the social system and lifestyle they have chosen. Moreover, we are willing to use kinship to heal the wounds inflicted on Taiwan compatriots by history, and work together with them to build a bright future for the Chinese nation. To enable people in Taiwan to benefit more from the peaceful development of cross-Straits relations, Xi Jinping has stressed that we must do our utmost to carry out any initiative that will help to improve the wellbeing of Taiwan compatriots, advance the peaceful development of cross-Straits relations, and safeguard the overall interests of the Chinese nation.

两岸同胞是血脉相连、命运与共的一家人。两岸各界大交流局面的形成，为两岸同胞增进了解、融洽亲情提供了更有利的条件。习近平总书记倡导“两岸一家亲，就是对同胞之爱、手足之情最生动的表达。他指出，两岸同胞一家亲，根植于同胞共同的血脉和精神，扎根于我们共同的历史和文化。广大台湾同胞不论省籍、族群等都是我们的骨肉乡亲。台湾同胞因自己的历史遭遇和社会环境，有着自己特定的心态，我们完全理解台湾同胞的心情。我们尊重台湾同胞自己选择的社会制度和生活方式。我们愿意用亲情化解历史留给台湾同胞的伤痛，也愿意与台湾同胞一道，共创中华民族美好未来。习近平总书记还强调，只要是有利于增进台湾同胞福祉的事，只要是有利于推动两岸关系和平发展的事，只要是有利于维护中华民族整体利益的事，我们会尽最大努力办好，使广大台湾同胞在两岸关系和平发展中更多受益。

By approaching the past and present of cross-Straits relations in an objective and rational manner, and putting ourselves in the position of Taiwan compatriots so as to understand their mentality and feelings, Xi Jinping has shown true understanding and care for Taiwan compatriots, and sought to bring together the sentiments and hearts of compatriots on both sides of the Straits through his important statements, thus demonstrating that our Taiwan-related initiatives are founded on the principle of putting people first. With a strong emotional appeal, Xi's statements have become important principles guiding us as we seek to reach out to people in Taiwan.

习近平总书记的重要论述，客观理性面对两岸关系的历史与现实，设身处地考虑台湾同胞的心态和感受，真情显露对同胞的理解与关爱，追求的是同胞间感情的融洽和心灵的契合，体现了对台工作以人为本的价值取向，具有很强的感召力，也为新形势下我们做台湾人民工作提供了重要遵循。

IV. Gradually creating favorable conditions for resolving inherent political differences between the two sides of the Straits

四、为破解两岸固有政治分歧逐步创造有利条件。

In recent years, we have made remarkable achievements in cross-Straits dialogue by adhering to the principles of "addressing easier issues before difficult ones, economic issues before political ones, and progressing on a step-by-step basis." However, ingrained conflicts and political differences that have long existed between the two sides have continued to hinder the growth of mutual political trust, holding back further enhancements in the depth and breadth of cross-Straits relations. In the words of Xi Jinping, "Looking to the future, the long-existing political differences between the two sides must eventually be resolved. We cannot keep on passing these problems down from one generation to the next." Chinese people on both sides of the Straits have the wisdom to find a solution to these problems. Working within the One-China Framework, we are ready to engage in equal consultations with the Taiwan side in order to arrive at fair and reasonable arrangements. For matters requiring attention in cross-Straits relations, the heads of the competent departments on both sides may exchange opinions face to face.

近些年来，我们按照“先易后难、先经后政、循序渐进的思路推动两岸协商谈判取得显著成绩。但是，两岸长期存在的固有矛盾和政治分歧始终影响着两岸政治互信的提升，制约了两岸关系发展的深度和广度。习近平总书记指出，“着眼长远，两岸长期存在的政治分歧问题终归要逐步解决，总不能将这些问题一代一代传下去。两岸中国人有智慧找出解决问题的钥匙来。我们愿在一个中国框架内，同台湾方面进行平等协商，作出合情合理安排。对两岸关系中需要处理的事务，双方主管部门负责人可以见面交换意见。

Xi Jinping's important statements have demonstrated our resolve and sincerity to find solutions to political problems between the two sides of the Straits. At the same time, they have demonstrated our willingness to advance dialogue between the two sides of the Straits, build up consensus, and create conditions for the resolution of problems. For example, in an effort to implement the guiding principles of Xi Jinping's important speeches, we were able to facilitate mutual visits between the heads of departments overseeing cross-Straits relations on both sides of the Straits during the first half of 2014, which led to the establishment of a permanent mechanism for communications between these two departments. As Xi has commented, the meeting of officials in charge of cross-Straits affairs has helped to establish common ground that will have positive implications for the comprehensive development of cross-Straits relations in the future.

习近平总书记的重要论述，展现了我们愿意为破解两岸政治难题作出努力的决心和诚意，也体现了我们愿意推动两岸双方开展对话，逐步积累共识，为破解难题创造条件。我们贯彻习近平总书记的重要讲话精神，在今年上半年推动双方两岸事务主管部门负责人实现互访，并建立了两部门间常态化联系沟通机制。对此，习近平总书记指出，双方两岸事务主管部门负责人会面，达成积极共识，对推动两岸关系全面发展具有积极意义。

V. Deepening economic cooperation between the two sides of the Straits and sharing development opportunities with Taiwan compatriots

五、深化两岸经济合作，同台湾同胞分享大陆发展机遇。

The reform, opening up, and continued development on the Chinese mainland have not only provided opportunities for global development; they have also created a strong driving force and considerable potential for economic integration across the Taiwan Straits. As Xi has pointed out, "We are willing to let Taiwan compatriots be the first to share the Chinese mainland's development opportunities." Proceeding on this basis, we will ascertain the actual needs of people in Taiwan, especially ordinary people, and take effective measures to benefit vulnerable groups so that more people in Taiwan can gain from economic exchanges and cooperation across the Straits. At the same time, we hope that high-level economic dialogue and coordination between the two sides can be further stepped up in an endeavor to take economic cooperation across the Straits to a new level. This will involve a range of efforts to accelerate the expansion of cooperation in industry, increase two-way investment, deepen cooperation in financial services, and explore new approaches to cooperation. In response to the interest that people in Taiwan have shown towards regional economic cooperation, Xi Jinping has suggested that the two sides may, at the right juncture and through pragmatic exchanges, explore appropriate and viable means of linking common economic development to the process of regional economic cooperation, so as to inject new vitality into cross-Straits economic cooperation.

中国大陆的改革开放和持续发展给世界带来了机遇，也为进一步推进两岸经济融合提供了强劲动力和广阔空间。习近平总书记指出，我们“愿意首先同台湾台胞分享大陆发展的机遇。我们将深入了解台湾民众尤其是基层民众的现实需求，采取积极有效措施，照顾弱势群体，使更多台湾民众在两岸经济交流合作中受益。希望两岸加强经济领域高层次对话和协调，共同推动经济合作迈上新台阶。要加快拓展产业合作，扩大双向投资，深化金融服务业合作，探索新的合作途径。针对台湾同胞关心的参与区域经济合作问题，习近平总书记表示，两岸可以适时务实探讨经济共同发展、区域经济合作进程相衔接的适当方式和可行途径，为两岸经济合作增添新的活力。

The important statements Xi has made have indicated a deep and accurate understanding of the needs of compatriots on both sides of the Straits, and of the underlying laws governing economic exchanges and cooperation between the two sides. In addition to demonstrating a sincere commitment to working for the wellbeing of Taiwan compatriots, they have highlighted the focus and orientation of our economic initiatives concerning Taiwan. Xi Jinping has also asserted that emphasis should be placed on catering to the interests of disadvantaged people in Taiwan and bringing the benefits of economic cooperation across the Straits to a broader spectrum of people. With a keen awareness of weak areas in cross-Straits economic cooperation, Xi Jinping, through his important statements, has pointed out the direction for improvement in our Taiwan-related work.

习近平总书记的重要论述，体现了对两岸同胞现实需求和两岸经济交流合作规律的深刻认识和准确把握，表明了我们愿意继续为台湾同胞谋福祉的决心和诚意，明确了对台经济工作的重点和努力方向。习近平总书记提出要照顾弱势群体、扩大两岸经济合作的受益面，反映了对两岸经济合作进程中有待加强之处的敏锐观察，为我们改进工作指明了方向。

VI. Building mutual trust between compatriots and fostering stronger ties between youths on both sides of the Straits

六、增进两岸同胞互信，加强青少年交流。

Over the past century, compatriots on both sides of the Taiwan Straits have spent more time apart than they have together. As a consequence, there are certain matters on which their views differ quite considerably. In recent years, some Taiwan compatriots have shown growing concern over the rapid advancement of cross-Straits relations, and become increasingly complex and sensitive in their attitude. In light of this situation, there is a need for compatriots on both sides to strengthen mutual understanding and trust. Xi Jinping once said, "Advancing the peaceful development of cross-Straits relations remains a long-term and arduous task, one that calls for deeper mutual trust on both sides. As long as there is mutual trust between compatriots, many difficult problems can be resolved with ease." Active efforts are therefore needed to facilitate broader contact between people of all circles and walks of life on both sides of the Straits. Through face to face interactions and heart to heart exchanges, we will be able to further mutual understanding and shorten the distance between us. Xi Jinping has placed a particular emphasis on contact between people at the grass-roots level and youths on both sides of the Straits. He has stressed that all Taiwan compatriots, especially ordinary people, should be able to benefit more from the peaceful development of cross-Straits relations. Youths hold the key to the future of cross-Straits relations. We need to work out more ways of facilitating interactions and contact between young people on both sides of the Straits, ensuring that they recognize the trend of peaceful development across the Straits and that they feel the momentum behind the great rejuvenation of the Chinese nation. This will put them in the position to shoulder the responsibility of opening up a new chapter in cross-Straits relations and making the great rejuvenation of the Chinese nation a reality.

近百年来两岸同胞聚少离多，彼此之间对一些问题的理解不尽相同。近年来，部分台湾同胞对两岸关系快速发展忧虑增多，心态复杂敏感。面对这一情况，同胞之间应加强理解与信任。习近平总书记指出，“两岸关系和平发展任重道远，需要加深两岸同胞相互信任。同胞有了互信，很多难题就容易找到解决办法。我们要积极创造条件，扩大两岸社会各界各阶层民众的接触面，面对面沟通，心与心交流，不断增进理解，拉近心理距离。习近平总书记尤其关心两岸基层民众和青少年的交流，强调要让广大台湾同胞特别是基层民众都能更多享受到两岸关系和平发展带来的好处。两岸青少年身上寄托着两岸关系的未来，要多想些办法，多创造些条件，让他们多来往、多交流，感悟到两岸关系和平发展的潮流，感悟到中华民族伟大复兴的趋势，以后能够担当起开拓两岸关系前景、实现民族伟大复兴的重任。