The Mainland Affairs Council (MAC) has sought to diminish the perceived importance of the recurring Taipei-Shanghai Twin-City Forum. This official stance follows public remarks made by Taipei Mayor Chiang Wan-an, who expressed dissatisfaction regarding the administrative hurdles and restrictions placed upon the visiting delegation from Shanghai. The MAC's reaction reflects a cooling of the narrative surrounding these cross-strait municipal exchanges, as tensions persist over the management of entry permits for mainland Chinese officials. By downplaying the event, the council aims to manage expectations regarding the forum's role in broader cross-strait relations amidst ongoing scrutiny over bureaucratic processes.
Source : Focus Taiwan
