Cross-Strait bonds too strong to break apart

Taiwan people continue to arrive on mainland, defying DPP's restrictions

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A deep emotional bond rooted in shared heritage continues to draw people from Taiwan to the Chinese mainland for exchanges and opportunities, despite obstacles imposed by the island's Democratic Progressive Party authorities seeking to sever cross-Strait ties.

Ma Ying-jeou, former chairman of the Chinese Kuomintang party, is leading a group of students on a mainland visit from June 14 to 27. It is his fourth visit aimed at promoting youth exchanges and easing tensions triggered by the DPP's "pro-independence" stance.