Beijing frames Taiwan spy executions as part of reunification narrative, says SCMP series
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- Category: Asia
- Language: EN
- Published: 2026-05-01 18:00 UTC
- Sources: South China Morning Post
In the first part of a two‑part SCMP series, Xinlu Liang examines how Chinese authorities in Fujian province are using recent executions of Communist Party spies in Taiwan to reinforce their reunification messaging, turning the cases into a “national pilgrimage.” The article provides background on the political symbolism but offers no conflicting perspectives.