It has subscribed to the one China principle and made commitments to the government and people of China. But at the same time it has sold large quantities of advanced weapons to Taiwan. This has in effect abetted the separatist activities for Taiwan independence. This is of critical importance to stability across the Taiwan Straits and the healthy development of China-U.S. relations. Their existence and adoption are based on the specific historical background and distinct national conditions.
Confederation involves the union of two or more sovereign states.
In essence, it does not imply a unified state. Federation does not conform with the historical tradition and national conditions of China. It conforms both to the desire of people on both sides of the Taiwan Straits for reunification and to the fundamental interests of people of both sides. This formula accommodates fully the existing social system and way of life in Taiwan. All the policies toward Hong Kong and Macao are applicable to Taiwan.