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From Beijing's perspective, Taiwan represents more than just a neighboring landmass; it embodies the core of their national security concerns. The transcript emphasizes that China perceives Taiwan as a territory that should be naturally under its control, due to the adjacent geographic proximity to the Chinese coast and the cultural and ethnic ties linking the two.
The Chinese government considers the existence of Taiwan’s separate governance as a challenge to its national unity. The notion that Taiwan is a part of what they call the 'greater China' is central to Beijing’s narrative, framing any attempt at independence or foreign influence as an infringement upon their sovereignty.