01.15.2001
Direct Transportation Links message conflict

Talks between the two parties on both sides of the strait have been reportedly continuing. Two separate meetings were held recently, with a Chinese representative and a delegate of Taiwan’s opposition lawmakers holding a meeting, and another meeting being held between the transportation sectors of both sides. China’s Foreign Ministry spokesman called on Taipei to permit direct links, while Taiwan’s Mainland Affairs Committee (MAC) and Ministry of Transportation head publicly said that direct links need be discussed by the two governments and the two Committees (MAC and China’s Cross-strait Relationships Committee). He also stated links should be deemed “special international routes”. We remain bullish and believe that, despite the noises and conflicts involved in the varied messages sent by both sides, links may come along soon.
Linda Liu