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I agree that this is the most likely scenario but I would still be interested in what the government in Beijing claims will happen. Even if it is unbelievable, it can still shine a light on their assumptions and approach. "Here's a plan for gradual integration over the next 10 years" would send a very different message than "Our brothers on Taiwan will welcome us with open arms after we topple their government".
– xyldke
Commented Apr 17, 2023 at 14:17
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If you want to back up your assertion with cited references to previous Chinese actions, fine. But "take my word for it" doesn't really cut it on these sites.
– DJClayworth
Commented Apr 17, 2023 at 15:29
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It's worth noting that when the KMT (the government of China before the PRC) took over Taiwan after WWII they did a significant amount of steps 2 through 4. To some extent they did step 1 during the 228 massacres by eliminating much of Taiwan's cultural and political elite.
– Readin
Commented Apr 17, 2023 at 16:58
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This answer is probably true, but it doesn't actually answer the question. It's fine that you think that Beijing's word is useless (I'm inclined to agree), but the OP has asked for Beijing's stated plans, and that's what the answers should give.
– T Hummus
Commented Apr 17, 2023 at 17:44
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I downvoted this answer because it is not an answer to the question. The question specifically asked for "official plans, leaked or published". This answer is nothing but speculation. Even if you believe that your speculation is accurate due to your personal experience or based on past history, that doesn't change the fact that it is not an answer to the question that was asked.
– Philipp ♦
Commented Apr 25, 2023 at 9:03

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