Ma Ying-jeou, the former chairman of Taiwan's Kuomintang, will embark on his second visit to mainland China, accompanied by young Taiwanese. Analysts believe this visit will foster youth exchanges and promote peaceful development.

Ma's itinerary includes participating in the Qingming Festival Memorial Ceremony for the Yellow Emperor, a significant event that symbolizes the shared ancestry of Chinese people. Ma's participation demonstrates his strong connection to the Chinese nation and contrasts with separatist forces on the island.

Last year, Ma led a group of Taiwanese students on a similar visit to the mainland. The reciprocal visits between Taiwan and mainland universities have been successful in fostering friendship and understanding among young people.

Ma's actions aim to inspire more young Taiwanese to participate in cross-Strait exchanges. Through communication and interaction, they can gain a more authentic understanding of the mainland and its goodwill towards peaceful development.

Taiwanese society has expressed support for Ma's visit, recognizing its potential to ease tensions and reflect the island's support for cross-Strait exchanges. The Democratic Progressive Party authorities are urged to encourage goodwill exchanges and not hinder others from doing so.

The mainland welcomes political parties, groups, and individuals from Taiwan to visit and engage in exchanges. These interactions aim to promote peaceful development, safeguard stability, and benefit compatriots on both sides of the Strait.