strait review
Author(s): AN Zl
Pages: 22-27
Year: 2006 Issue: 6
Journal: Beijing Review
Abstract: <正>Relations across the Taiwan Strait got off the ground last year with direct flights between the mainland and Taipei, though interaction at an official level remained turbulent. The cross-strait relationship, which continues to be an unrelenting focus of government attention, has a complicated background and unclear future, a situation echoed in recent Chinese media reports on topics relating to Taiwan. While seemingly innocuous in subject matter-charter flights, cuddly pandas- the back-story to the headlines runs deep. One story was an apparent heart-warmer in the weeks leading up to the Spring Festival, China\'s lunar New Year and most celebrated national holiday. Direct, chartered flights were offered between mainland cities and Taipei, the island\'s capital, making it easier for the lucky few with tickets to head home for the holidays.
Pages: 22-27
Year: 2006 Issue: 6
Journal: Beijing Review
Abstract: <正>Relations across the Taiwan Strait got off the ground last year with direct flights between the mainland and Taipei, though interaction at an official level remained turbulent. The cross-strait relationship, which continues to be an unrelenting focus of government attention, has a complicated background and unclear future, a situation echoed in recent Chinese media reports on topics relating to Taiwan. While seemingly innocuous in subject matter-charter flights, cuddly pandas- the back-story to the headlines runs deep. One story was an apparent heart-warmer in the weeks leading up to the Spring Festival, China\'s lunar New Year and most celebrated national holiday. Direct, chartered flights were offered between mainland cities and Taipei, the island\'s capital, making it easier for the lucky few with tickets to head home for the holidays.
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