Fugitive Peng Wenzheng tells China News Network he will spare no cost to push for peaceful cross-strait unification

Peng Wenzheng, a prominent commentator facing charges in Taiwan for defamation, has declared his intention to "spare no cost" in promoting peaceful unification between Taiwan and mainland China. Peng, who is currently a fugitive residing in the United States after being indicted for aggravated defamation related to claims about President Tsai Ing-wen's doctoral degree, made these remarks in a recent interview with China News Network's Yan Xintai Studio.

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I will spare no cost to promote peaceful cross-strait unification.

In the interview, Peng Wenzheng asserted that he is committed to seeing this unification achieved within his lifetime, regardless of the personal price. He described unification not merely as a slogan but as a goal to be gradually realized and a "great undertaking for the nation." Peng argued that delaying the process offers no benefits.

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Unification is not a slogan, it should be a goal to be gradually realized, a great undertaking for the nation. Delaying has no benefit.

Addressing potential concerns in Taiwan about readiness for such discussions, Peng suggested that now is the opportune time to begin preparations and engage in dialogue. He emphasized the need to prevent escalating animosity and barriers between the two sides. Peng expressed his willingness to do what is right for cross-strait peaceful unification, even at great personal expense.

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Taiwan will surely think that it is not ready now and does not know how to talk about peaceful unification with China. I think now is the time to start preparing.

Peng Wenzheng also conveyed his belief that the number of individuals in Taiwan who share his perspective on unification is growing. His statements come amid ongoing political tensions and differing views on cross-strait relations within Taiwan.

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I am willing to do the right thing for peaceful cross-strait unification at all costs, and I also believe that there will be more and more people like me in Taiwan.