Overview

• In remarks released by Xinhua, Xi said China must oppose "Taiwan independence" and external interference and resolutely safeguard national sovereignty and territorial integrity.
• This year's address explicitly singled out external interference on the Taiwan issue, a distinction not made in last year's National Day speech, according to the South China Morning Post.
• Xi said efforts should deepen exchanges and cooperation across the Taiwan Strait while maintaining a firm stance against separatist activities.
• Beijing continues to accuse Taiwan leader William Lai's administration of spreading lies and inciting confrontation, the South China Morning Post reported.
• PLA Navy ships made a Hong Kong port call for National Day observances, noted alongside coverage of the address.