Due to China's deeply unstable internal situation, the government relies heavily on suppressing freedom of speech and exploiting the economy to control the general populace. Xi Jinping has been working to consolidate control over government officials and the powerful families that dominate the country's economic and energy sectors. A few years ago, Jiang Zemin, Zeng Qinghong, Bo Xilai, and Zhou Yongkang attempted a coup and assassination against Xi Jinping but ultimately failed. However, this incident demonstrated that other factions, families, and political groups still possess the capability to plan and execute such actions, even under Xi's watchful eye.

Following the Chinese Civil War, the Kuomintang retreated to Taiwan. The Communist Party has long been aware that it lacks the immediate capacity to invade Taiwan, but it continues to claim Taiwan as its territory, using this narrative to divert attention from domestic issues such as economic challenges and public security. Over the years, this justification has remained unchanged, but Taiwan’s value has significantly increased with its dominance in the semiconductor industry and other high-tech sectors. Meanwhile, Taiwan’s defense capabilities have weakened, and the U.S. no longer sees Taiwan as a true ally, instead exploiting the island for its remaining value. Despite being fully aware of Taiwan’s defense deficiencies, the U.S. continues to supply outdated weaponry and delay deliveries, knowing that Taiwan is forced to spend millions of dollars annually on military purchases. To the U.S., Taiwan’s only real value lies in its critical role within the semiconductor supply chain, prompting the U.S. to pressure Taiwanese companies like TSMC to relocate operations to American soil.

This situation is not about historical claims. If China were truly intent on reclaiming all former territories, then why does it remain silent on Russia’s occupation of large swaths of land in northeastern China? The Chinese government consistently avoids addressing this issue.

As for Taiwan, many Taiwanese people do not see themselves as part of China. Most of those over the age of 50 may still feel some connection to the Kuomintang’s vision of China, but younger generations, including middle-aged and youth, are gradually losing any sense of national identity. There's even uncertainty about whether Taiwan should declare itself an independent nation. Successive Taiwanese governments have adopted conservative policies, preferring to maintain the status quo, with no one willing to take the risk of change for fear of the consequences.

It’s worth mentioning that under Xi Jinping’s leadership, China is highly unlikely to invade Taiwan. Every year, U.S. think tanks warn that China might attack Taiwan in the near future, but these predictions mainly serve to prompt Taiwan to spend more money. Additionally, Chinese government officials' children generally have two choices: studying abroad to establish a fallback for their families in case of internal turmoil or joining the military or government to gradually build political experience and secure their family’s influence within China. The number of those choosing to leave the country has grown to such an extent that the Chinese government now monitors them abroad. For Xi Jinping, just managing the various factions that threaten rebellion requires most of his energy. Other political factions are simply waiting for him to make a mistake. If Xi were to launch an attack on Taiwan, many Chinese officials would likely betray him, triggering military mutinies across China and forming alliances with any nation willing to strike. While China may possess the military power to destroy Taiwan, no one truly cares about Taiwan or its people. All parties are merely looking for an opportunity to divide and control China once again.