Cross-Strait dialogue can resume as long as Taiwan's Democratic Progressive Party authorities acknowledge the 1992 Consensus and end their "Taiwan independence" separatist activities, a Chinese mainland spokesperson said on Wednesday.

Zhang Han, spokeswoman for the State Council Taiwan Affairs Office, stated at a regular press conference that the root cause of tension and instability in the Taiwan Strait lies in the DPP authorities' stubborn adherence to a "Taiwan independence" separatist stance and their provocations.

Recently, Taiwan leader Lai Ching-te mentioned the Chinese mainland in a speech, an expression he rarely uses when referring to the mainland. Lai also expressed hope that cross-Strait exchanges and cooperation can move toward peace and mutual prosperity. Zhang responded that as long as the DPP authorities acknowledge the 1992 Consensus and cease "Taiwan independence" separatist activities, cross-Strait dialogue and consultations can resume, and cross-Strait relations can develop peacefully.

She emphasized that the peaceful development of cross-Strait relations benefits the well-being and interests of people on both sides, promotes harmony and stability in Taiwan society, and ensures that Taiwan compatriots can enjoy a safe and prosperous life. "Following this trend and responding to public sentiment is the wise course of action," Zhang said.

The island's "mainland affairs council" claimed at a press conference on Feb 26 that "Taiwan has always acted in good faith" and hopes that "the mainland can show more goodwill". Zhang noted that the mainland has consistently upheld the principle that "people on both sides of the Taiwan Strait are one family", assisting Taiwan compatriots with sincerity and goodwill.

"At the same time, we will never tolerate or condone any 'Taiwan independence' separatist actions," she added, stressing that the mainland will continue to firmly oppose such separatist forces and resist any external interference.