In a speech dated November 12, 2026, marking the 160th anniversary of Sun Yat-sen’s birth, Xi Jinping praised Sun’s role in China’s democratic revolution and called for continued efforts toward what he described as national rejuvenation through Chinese modernization.
Xi recounted Sun’s opposition to imperial rule, his Three Principles of the People—nationalism, democracy and people’s livelihood—and his leadership of the 1911 Revolution. He also highlighted Sun’s later cooperation with the Chinese Communist Party. The speech urged people to carry forward what Xi identified as Sun’s patriotism, concern for the public, pursuit of truth, perseverance, commitment to unity and international outlook.
On Taiwan, Xi reiterated his position in favor of “peaceful reunification” under “one country, two systems.” He said Beijing was willing to hold dialogue on cross-strait relations and unification with people in Taiwan on the basis of the one-China principle and the “1992 Consensus.” He also said Beijing would consider Taiwan’s circumstances and the interests and feelings of its people, while leaving no room for activities seeking Taiwan independence.