Political advisor from Taiwan invites the region’s youth to develop in mainland, citing ‘Ne Zha’ quote
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Political advisor from Taiwan invites the region’s youth to develop in mainland, citing ‘Ne Zha’ quote
Published: Mar 05, 2025 11:07 PM
Chen Xiaoyan, a member of the 14th National Committee of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference (CPPCC) from Taiwan island

Chen Xiaoyan, a member of the 14th National Committee of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference (CPPCC) from Taiwan island

Chen Xiaoyan, a member of the 14th National Committee of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference (CPPCC) from Taiwan island, invited young people from Taiwan's high-tech industry to develop in the Chinese mainland and quoted a classic line from animation Ne Zha: "My fate is determined by myself, not by heaven," to describe the current favorable atmosphere in the Chinese mainland for the industry.

When asked about how to help Taiwan's youth establish a correct historical view, Chen stated, "The new generation is actually quite open, and there is no need to use the word 'help.'" Young people have broad horizons, and the correct historical view should be established through mutual communication and influence.

Development of the mainland in recent years has allowed Taiwan youth to gain a more comprehensive understanding of a real Chinese mainland, Chen said. Citing examples of DeepSeek and especially the success of blockbuster Ne Zha 2, as well as platforms of RedNote and TikTok… an increasing number of Taiwan youth are paying attention to various aspects of the mainland, Chen said, adding that there are numerous points of convergence for the two sides to cooperate.

Chen expressed her hope that many outstanding young people from the Taiwan island can come to the Chinese mainland in the future, particularly those in high-tech industries. 

As everyone knows, the emergence of "six little dragons" in Hangzhou (six leading tech start-ups) has provided platforms and opportunities for them; more importantly, there are many favorable policies in the mainland, Chen said.

Chen believes that through the internet, young people in Taiwan can also feel the atmosphere among young people in the mainland. "As long as you dare to dream, let's use the lines from Ne Zha: 'My fate is determined by myself…" Chen halted, and reporters present shouted, "Not by heaven!"

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