CNA CPPCC member reported that nearly 4.9 million visits were made by Taiwan residents to the mainland in 2025, with over one-third being young people. The member, Xu Kewei, highlighted the mainland's efforts to facilitate cross-strait travel and emphasized that peace and development are shared goals for people on both sides. Xu, a third-generation Taiwan compatriot working as a surgeon, noted that young people from Taiwan are drawn to the mainland's opportunities in education, employment, and entrepreneurship. He argued that increased youth exchanges could foster closer ties and a sense of shared identity. NPC deputy Cai Peihui echoed these sentiments, noting the growing interest of Taiwanese youth in the mainland and the ongoing improvements in entry facilitation measures.
Bias read (Progressive): The article frames the increasing number of visits from Taiwan to the mainland as a positive development driven by the mainland's openness and opportunities, which aligns with pro-unification narratives. It emphasizes peaceful cooperation and shared aspirations, using language that supports the idea
