Hong Kong singer Andy Lau held a concert at the Taipei Arena on November 1, 2024. Photo: IC

 
Andy Lau's concert in Taiwan was warmly received by local fans but faced criticism from "Taiwan independence" advocates. Taiwan Affairs Office spokesperson Zhu Fenglian on Wednesday noted that certain politicians from "green camp" in Taiwan have forgotten their roots, attempting to politicize and disrupt normal musical exchanges, which has been met with strong criticism. 

The song Lau performed, "Chinese," was composed by a musician from Taiwan, and with iconic lyrics that include, "Hand in hand, no division between you and me, moving forward with pride, let the world know we are all Chinese," Zhu noted.

Zhu emphasized that people on both sides of the Taiwan Straits are "Chinese," are "Descendants of the Dragon," have a "Chinese Heart," speak "Chinese Language," and love "China in the Lights." "Love My China" is the dignity and glory of every Chinese son and daughter, Zhu said.

Zhu urged the Taiwan compatriots to embrace their shared cultural identity as Chinese, firmly oppose "Taiwan independence" separatists, and work together with mainland compatriots to promote the peaceful and integrated development of cross-Straits relations, and strive together for national rejuvenation.

Global Times