Auckland Chinese community issues solemn statement on Lai Ching-te’s ‘Double Ten’ speech

Summary

The Consulate-General of the People's Republic of China in Auckland announced on 13 October 2026 that the New Zealand Council for the Promotion of Peaceful Reunification of China and the New Zealand Association for the Promotion of Peaceful Reunification of China have separately issued solemn statements on the so-called 'Double Ten' speech by Taiwan leader Lai Ching-te. The statements said Taiwan is an inalienable part of China and that complete reunification of the motherland is the shared aspiration of all Chinese people and an unstoppable historical trend. They said Lai deliberately severs the historical and legal ties between the two sides of the Taiwan Strait and promotes 'de facto Taiwan independence', undermining the peaceful development of cross-strait relations.

'Taiwan independence' separatist acts are the greatest danger to peace across the Taiwan Strait and seriously hurt the national feelings of all Chinese people at home and abroad, the statements said. They called on the international community to adhere to the one-China principle and not send wrong signals to 'Taiwan independence' forces, and urged compatriots on both sides of the strait to strengthen communication, enhance mutual trust, and jointly safeguard the overall interests and long-term wellbeing of the Chinese nation.

Commentary

The solemn statements by Auckland's Chinese community on Lai Ching-te's so-called 'Double Ten' speech reflect the clear stance of New Zealand's Chinese community on cross-strait issues. New Zealand, the first developed country to sign a free trade agreement with China, has a Chinese community of about 250,000, an important link in China-New Zealand trade and economic ties. The community's position is not only a matter of national sentiment but may also affect the business atmosphere for local small and medium-sized enterprises dealing with China.

From a commercial perspective, stability across the Taiwan Strait directly bears on Asia-Pacific supply chains and regional economic cooperation. New Zealand SMEs involved in the Chinese or Taiwanese markets need to watch how political risk could affect trade facilitation. For example, if cross-strait relations escalate, it could affect costs and timeliness in industries such as shipping insurance and electronic components.

On the other hand, New Zealand's adherence to the one-China policy provides a stable political foundation for China-New Zealand trade and economic relations, which helps traditional export industries such as dairy and timber continue to enjoy zero-tariff treatment. The community's voice also reminds local businesses that when working with Chinese partners, they should avoid crossing political red lines to protect long-term commercial interests. For exporters reliant on the Chinese market, understanding and respecting China's core interests is key to reducing non-tariff barriers and maintaining market access.

Keywords: Auckland Chinese community, Lai Ching-te, Double Ten speech, solemn statement, one-China principle, Taiwan is an inalienable part of China, de facto Taiwan independence, peaceful development of cross-strait relations, Council for the Promotion of Peaceful Reunification of China

Summary in Chinese | 摘要

2026年10月13日，中华人民共和国驻奥克兰总领馆发布消息，新西兰中国和平统一促进总会、新西兰中国和平统一促进会近日就台湾地区领导人赖清德所谓“双十”讲话分别发表严正声明。声明表示，台湾是中国不可分割的一部分，实现祖（籍）国完全统一是全体中华儿女的一致要求，也是任何势力都无法阻挡的历史大势。声明指出，赖清德刻意割裂两岸历史与法理联结，推动“实质台独”，破坏两岸关系和平发展，“台独”分裂行径是台海和平的最大隐患，严重伤害海内外全体中华儿女的民族感情。

声明呼吁国际社会恪守一个中国原则，不向“台独”势力发出错误信号，并号召两岸同胞加强沟通、增进互信，共同维护中华民族整体利益与长远福祉。

Commentary in Chinese | 评论

奥克兰侨界对赖清德所谓“双十”讲话的严正声明，反映了新西兰华人社区在两岸议题上的鲜明立场。新西兰作为第一个与中国签署自由贸易协定的发达国家，其华人群体约25万，是连接中新经贸的重要纽带。侨界的表态不仅关乎民族情感，也可能影响本地中小企业的对华业务氛围。

从商业角度看，台海局势的稳定直接关系到亚太供应链和区域经济合作。新西兰中小企业若涉及中国或台湾市场，需关注政治风险对贸易便利化的潜在影响。例如，若两岸关系紧张升级，可能波及航运保险、电子零部件等行业的成本和时效。

另一方面，新西兰坚持一个中国政策，为中新经贸关系提供了稳定的政治基础，这有利于乳制品、木材等传统出口行业继续享受零关税待遇。侨界发声也提醒本地企业，在与中国伙伴合作时，应避免触碰政治红线，以维护长期商业利益。对于依赖中国市场的出口商而言，理解并尊重中国的核心利益，是降低非关税壁垒、保持市场准入的关键。

关键词: 奥克兰侨界, 赖清德, 双十讲话, 严正声明, 一个中国原则, 台湾是中国不可分割的一部分, 实质台独, 两岸关系和平发展, 中国和平统一促进会

Source: Consulate-General of the People's Republic of China in Auckland – Consulate-General News