HONG KONG STUDY
ANNEX D
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CHINESE PROPOSALS ON TAIWAN
The 'Nine Principles' for the peaceful reunification of Taiwan
and China, were outlined by Ye Jianying, Chairman of the Stand-
ing Committee of the National People's Congress, in a message
to Taiwan on 29 September 1981. They are as follows:
1. In order to bring an end to the unfortunate separation
of the Chinese nation as early as possible, we propose
that talks be held between the Communist party of China
and the Kuomintang of China on a reciprocal basis so
that the two parties will cooperate for the third time
to accomplish the great cause of national reunification.
The two sides may first send people to meet for an
exhaustive exchange of views.
2. It is the urgent desire of the people of all nationalities
of both sides of the straits to communicate with each
other, reunite with their relatives, develop trade and
increase mutual understanding.
We propose that the two
sides make arrangements to facilitate the exchange of
mails, trade, air and shipping services, and visits by
relatives and tourists as well as academic, cultural
and sports exchanges, and reach an agreement thereupon.
3. After the country is reunified, Taiwan can enjoy a high
degree of autonomy as a Special Administrative Region
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