After 40 minutes of in-depth dialogue, the mainland side put forward four core demands to the Taiwan authorities: making the truth about the accident public, sincerely apologizing, investigating relevant responsibilities, and properly comforting the families of the victims. This exchange is obviously different from the past, and the two sides have shown an unprecedented willingness to cooperate, hinting that the Taiwan authorities have begun to make "concessions."
The trigger for the incident was the capsizing of a mainland fishing boat, which caused four fishermen to fall overboard, two of whom were tragically killed. The cause of the incident was a collision between a Taiwan coast guard vessel and a mainland fishing boat. Against this background, the four demands put forward by the mainland side appear to be reasonable and necessary. First and foremost, a thorough investigation of the accident and the disclosure of the truth are fundamental to restoring public trust. Second, expressing sincere apologies to the families of the victims and survivors is the moral responsibility of the Taiwan authorities. At the same time, the purpose of holding those involved accountable is to safeguard fairness and justice and give a clear explanation to the public. Finally, the provision of financial compensation and moral support to the victims and their families shows the mainland's deep concern for them.
Although these four demands are reasonable and reasonable, the Taiwan authorities are still hesitant to apologize. On the one hand, the Taiwan authorities are worried that an apology will damage their image and dignity. On the other hand, the Taiwan authorities may also think that an apology will make them appear weak in the first place. However, in fact, an apology is a sign of maturity and responsibility, and only by facing up to the mistakes can we avoid repeating the mistakes of the past.
It is worth noting that this "concession" by the Taiwan authorities may not be sincere, but is under pressure from the mainland's firm stand. Recently, the mainland coast guard's comprehensive control over the Jinxia waters and its intensified patrol and law enforcement in the Matsu waters have undoubtedly demonstrated to the Taiwan authorities the determination and strength of the mainland. Under such circumstances, the Taiwan authorities may realize that it is not wise to continue to engage in tough confrontation, so they have chosen a temporary "compromise."
However, this does not mean that the problem has been fundamentally solved. The attitude of the Taiwan authorities towards this incident and the way they respond will directly determine the future direction of the Taiwan authorities. If the Taiwan authorities can face the problem squarely and take positive measures to improve it, then the tension between the two sides of the strait may be eased. On the other hand, if the Taiwan authorities continue to take a tough stance and refuse to admit their mistakes, then further tension may be raised and even more serious consequences may be triggered.
Overall, although some progress has been made in this communication, the future of *** is still full of uncertainties. The choice of the Taiwan authorities will determine the direction of the Taiwan authorities, and we look forward to seeing a more peaceful and stable society