New Taiwan Affairs Office Spokesperson Zhang Han Makes First Public Appearance
On Wednesday morning, the Taiwan Affairs Office of the State Council held a regular press conference, led for the first time by its newly appointed spokesperson, Zhang Han. This marks her debut in the position and follows the appointment of another new spokesperson just a week earlier.
Zhang greeted members of the media and extended her best wishes to compatriots in Taiwan. She emphasized her commitment to open communication with journalists and the importance of strengthening mutual understanding and trust between people on both sides of the Taiwan Strait.
"I look forward to working closely with journalists to better convey the mainland’s Taiwan-related policies and to promote mutual understanding and trust between the people across the Straits," said Zhang Han during the briefing.
Introduction by Chen Binhua
During the press conference, Chen Binhua, another spokesperson for the Taiwan Affairs Office, introduced Zhang Han to the media. He mentioned that she also serves as the head of the Hong Kong and Macao Affairs Bureau under the Taiwan Affairs Office of the State Council.
Background and Context
- The event took place on November 5, 2025.
- The appointment comes amid continuous updates in the leadership of the Taiwan Affairs Office.
- The press conference reflected Beijing’s ongoing communication efforts regarding cross-Strait relations.
Author’s summary: Zhang Han, as the newly appointed spokesperson of the Taiwan Affairs Office, made her debut emphasizing cooperation with the media and fostering trust across the Taiwan Strait.