President Chen Shui-bian (Èô≥Ê∞¥ÊâÅ) last night stressed that he had not altered his basic stance on upholding Taiwan’s national sovereignty and dignity, amid the recent controversy triggered by opposition party leaders’ trips to China…
Noting that China is well known for its “united front” tactics against Taiwan — which aim to co-opt key sectors of Taiwanese society in order to further Beijing’s goal of unification — Chen urged the party and public to stay united, saying that only China would benefit if the nation becomes divided.
See also “Chen in damage control with DPP heavyweights” from China Post.
