Xi: Reunification with Taiwan inevitable

President Xi Jinping declares that China's reunification with Taiwan is inevitable ahead of the upcoming presidential and parliamentary elections. The elections are taking place amid tense relations between Beijing and Taipei. Xi emphasizes that the rejuvenation of the Chinese nation requires unity and cooperation between the people on both sides of the Taiwan Strait. The official English translation of Xi's remarks simplifies his statement, stating that China will surely be reunified. China criticizes vice-president Lai Ching-te, the ruling party's presidential candidate, labeling him as a dangerous separatist.