TAIPEI (TVBS News) — Premier Chen Chien-jen expressed his disappointment at mainland China's inaction despite Taiwan's friendly advances regarding the resumption of cross-strait tourism on Tuesday (Oct. 17).
A day earlier, the Ministry of Transportation and Communications (MOTC) Minister Wang Kwo-tsai revealed at the Legislative Yuan that Taiwan, expressing a friendly attitude, was hoping to lift the travel ban on mainland China in the second half of this year; however, no response was received.
Premier Chen added that Taiwan has opened its doors to facilitate educational exchange with mainland China. However, China's response has been less favorable.
Chen maintains that cross-strait interactions should be healthy and orderly, urging equitable and reciprocal communication between the two sides.
Despite the lack of an influx of Chinese tourists, the Premier is confident about reaching the year-end target of 6 million visitors.
