NANJING (TVBS News) — Taiwan's former President Ma Ying-jeou started his 12-day trip across the Taiwan Strait in Nanjing, China on March 28.
Ma gave a brief introduction to the history of Dr. Sun Yat-sen, the founding father of the Republic of China (Taiwan, ROC), and his contributions to China and the ROC government.
"[His] unparalleled contribution to China marked a turning point in its destiny, laying the foundation for China's prosperity and strength," Ma said, adding that every Chinese on both sides of the Taiwan Strait share a common identity.
He expressed joy at seeing both sides of the strait making significant "strides" toward achieving the founding father's ideals.