In this undated photo, Ma Xiaoguang, a spokesman for the Taiwan Affairs Office of the State Council, takes a question during a press conference in Beijing, China. (PHOTO / XINHUA)
BEIJING – The 1992 Consensus, which defines the nature of cross-Straits relations as both the mainland and Taiwan belong to one China, is the greatest common denominator for improving and developing cross-Straits relations, a mainland spokesperson said on Wednesday.
Ma Xiaoguang urged all to take a firm stand against secession aimed at "Taiwan independence" and external interference
The consensus should not be distorted, let alone discarded, Ma Xiaoguang, spokesperson for the Taiwan Affairs Office of the State Council, said in response to a recent statement by the Chinese Kuomintang regarding the 1992 Consensus, at a press conference.
He underscored the role of adhering to the consensus and opposing "Taiwan independence" in promoting the peaceful development of cross-Straits relations and safeguarding peace and stability in the Taiwan Strait.
He called on all political parties, groups, and individuals on the island with the same goal to take a firm stand against secession aimed at "Taiwan independence" and external interference.
Ma urged them to work with the mainland to promote the peaceful development of cross-Straits relations, and safeguard peace and stability across the Taiwan Strait, thus benefiting compatriots on both sides of the Strait, and safeguarding national interests.