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One aspect of the current Cross Strait issue is the legal consideration of how the constitutions of the two entities can converge after some form of unification. Most of the arguments supporting a Taiwan rewrite of its 1947 Republic of China Constitution have been written about in detail. It is clear that the 1947 constitution does not reflect the reality of today's political situation in Taiwan. Some (Pan-Blue) would revise the current constitution and others (Pan Green) would rewrite it. The primary point of disagreement is whether the new constitution would lead toward or have the appearance of leading toward independence. But there is another consideration that has not been discussed. That is how the constitution would be rewritten if the direction were toward unification. If Taiwan's direction were unification its constitution would still have to be changed significantly, probably rewritten. But before that can happen in Taiwan, China would have to rewrite its 1982 Constitution. In unification, under Beijing's current vision, Taiwan would become a subordinate political unit or Special Administrative Region similar to Hong Kong under a formula of "one country two systems".
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People's Republic of China (PRC)
- Full text of Interpretation of Article 104 of HKSAR Basic Law (November 07, 2016)
- Government Work Report (March 18, 2016)
- Central authority to follow Constitution, Basic Law of HK, Macao: top legislator (March 06, 2016)
- "One country, two systems", Basic Law effectively implemented in HKSAR: commissioner's office (February 13, 2016)
- Chinese mainland reiterates no interference in Taiwan election (2015)
- Mainland calls for efforts in cross-Strait political issues (2012)
- Hu Jintao Report, 18th Party Congress, Enriching the Practice of "One Country, Two Systems" and Advancing China's Reunification (2012)
- Cross-Straits Economic Cooperation Agreement (2010) (Available in English and 中文）
- The Practice of the One Country, Two Systems Policy in the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (2010)
- Mainland to speed up cross-Strait economic pact discussions, military contact possible: spokesman (2010)
- Let Us Join Hands to Promote the Peaceful Development of Cross-Straits Relations and Strive with a United Resolve for the Great Rejuvenation of the Chinese Nation (2008)
- Spokesman: Cross-Straits relations at a crucial point (2008)
- Hu Jintao's report at 17th Party Congress (2007)
- Spokesman: More Taiwan compatriots will understand "one country, two systems" (2007)
- Year 2007 crucial for opposing "Taiwan independence"(2007)
- Wu Bangguo Delivers an Important Speech to the Brazilian Parliament(2006)
- Full text of explanations on draft Anti-Secession Law (2005)
- China will never tolerate Taiwan independence: Jiang Zemin (2004)
- Premier: Mainland Will Never Allow Anyone to Split Taiwan (2004)
- Wen: Mainland never allows Taiwan separation (2004)
- NPC spokesperson slams Taiwan 'referendum' (2004)
- Premier Reiterates "One Country, Two System" Principle (2004)
- Jia reiterates one-China principle (mentions one country, two system) (2004)
- Jiang Zemin meets top US general (2004)
- China to Seek Peaceful Reunification Through 'One Country, Two Systems' (2003)
- Contents and Meaning of the Basic Policy of “Peaceful Reunification and One Country, Two Systems" (2003)
- Meaning of the Fundamental Policy of “Peaceful Reunification and One Country. Two Systems" (2003)
- China Not to Tolerate Splitting Taiwan from Motherland: Premier (2003)
- 'One Country, Two Systems' and Complete National Reunification (excerpts from Jiang Zemin's 16th Party Congress Report) (2002)
- Full Text of Jiang Zemin's Report at 16th Party Congress (2002)
- China's Policy on Taiwan Remains Unchanged: Premier Zhu (2002)
- President Jiang Zemin Meets the New York Times (2001)
- What is the reason for saying that the position of 'one country, two systems' is practical and workable? (2001)
- Why is the 'One Country, Two Systems' Policy Feasible? (2001)
- What are the basic contents of the policy of 'peaceful reunification; one country, two systems'? (2001)
- Taiwan New Leader Lacks Sincerity: Statement (2000)
- President Jiang Calls for Joint Reunification Efforts Across Taiwan Straits (2000)
- Qian Qichen: China's Policy on Taiwan Issue Consistent (2000)
- Jiang Zemin's Report at the 15th National Congress of the Communist Party of China (1997)
- Chinese Ambassador Refutes Attempts to Split China (1997)
- On Taiwan Issue after Return of Hong Kong (1996)
- Jiang Zemin: Continue to Promote the Reunification of the Motherland (1995)
- Deng Xiaoping “One Country, Two Systems” (1984)
- Deng Yingchao to Chinese People’s Political Consultative Conference (1983)
- Deng Xiaoping “An Idea for the Peaceful Reunification of the Chinese Mainland and Taiwan" (1983)
- Constitution of the People's Republic of China, Article 31 (1982)
- Chairman Ye Jianying's Elaborations on Policy Concerning Return of Taiwan to Motherland and Peaceful Reunification (1981)
- Taiwan Leader May Take Second Highest Position in Central Government (nd)
- A policy of "one country, two systems" on Taiwan (nd)
- Wu Yi: One Country, Two Systems Well Implemented in Macao (nd)
- "One Country, Two Systems" Successful in Hong Kong, Macao (nd)
- Historical Document Proves Taiwan Belongs to China (nd)
- Why is the "One Country, Two Systems" Policy Feasible? (nd)
- Taiwan Authorities Urged to Embrace One-China Principle (nd)
- Zeng Qinghong: "One Country, Two Systems" Works Well in Macao (nd)
- "One Country, Two Systems" Success in HK (nd)
- What are the basic contents of the policy of "peaceful reunification; one country, two systems"? (nd)
- What is the reason for saying that the position of "one country, two systems" is practical and workable? (nd)
- China to Seek Peaceful Reunification Through "One Country, Two Systems" (nd)
- One China Is An Indisputable Fact (nd)
Republic of China (ROC Taiwan)
- MAC Congratulates Ms. Carrie Lam upon Election as Fifth Chief Executive of Hong Kong, Expresses Hope for the Positive Development of Substantive Relations Between Taiwan and Hong Kong (March 26, 2017)
- DPP caucus gives support to HK demonstrators (November 08, 2016)
- DPP to Redraft Bill on Monitoring Cross-Strait Pacts (2016)
- How Taiwan People View Cross-Strait Relations (February 23-26, 2000)
- Chen Updates Cross-Straits “Guidelines” (August 07, 2005)
- President Chen on "One Country on Each Side" (August 03, 2002)
- It Is Too Early to Link Political Talks with Unification Talks (April 08, 1999)
- Taiwan's Multi-Party National Development Conference (December 23-28, 1996)
- Relations Across The Taiwan Straits (Excerpt " The ROC Government's Rejection of "One Country, Two Systems" (July 11, 1994)
- Taiwan White Paper on Relations across the Taiwan Straits (July 1994)
- Taiwan’s Guidelines for National Unification (February 23, 1991; March 14, 1991)
For additional information, see "ROC Public Opinion Polls"
United States of America (US)
Congressional-Executive Commission on China
Statements
Statement on Hong Kong's Chief Executive Election (March 27, 2017)
Chairs Denounce Chinese Government’s Unprecedented Intervention in Hong Kong’s Legal System (November 09, 2016)
Rubio Denounces Chinese Government's Unprecedented Intervention in Hong Kong's Legal System (November 09, 2016)
Chairs Denounce Chinese Government’s Unprecedented Intervention in Hong Kong’s Legal System (November 09, 2016)
Rubio Denounces Chinese Government's Unprecedented Intervention in Hong Kong's Legal System (November 09, 2016)
Annual Reports
Hearings & Roundtables
Will the Hong Kong Model Survive?: An Assessment 20 Years After the Handover (May 03, 2017)
The Future of Democracy in Hong Kong (November 20, 2014)
Prospects for Democracy and Press Freedom in Hong Kong (April 03, 2014)
Prospects for Democracy in Hong Kong: Assessing China’s International Commitments (July 14, 2010)Hong Kong After the Elections: The Future of "One Country, Two Systems) (September 23, 2004)
The Future of Democracy in Hong Kong (November 20, 2014)
Prospects for Democracy and Press Freedom in Hong Kong (April 03, 2014)
Prospects for Democracy in Hong Kong: Assessing China’s International Commitments (July 14, 2010)Hong Kong After the Elections: The Future of "One Country, Two Systems) (September 23, 2004)
Publications
U.S. Congress
Senate
House Resolution
H. Res. 422 Urging Adherence to the One Country, Two Systems policy (June 29, 2017)
U.S.-Taiwan Anti-Ballistic Missile Defense Cooperation Act (November 06, 1997)
U.S.-Taiwan Anti-Ballistic Missile Defense Cooperation Act (November 06, 1997)
U.S. State Department
Heather Nauert, Department Spokesperson, Twentieth Anniversary of the Establishment of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (June 29, 2017)
Mark C. Toner, Deputy Spokesperson, Daily Press Briefing Washington, DC (Recent Developments Related to the Hong Kong Legislature) (November 7, 2016)
Mark C. Toner, Deputy Spokesperson, Daily Press Briefing Washington, DC (Recent Developments Related to the Hong Kong Legislature) (November 7, 2016)
European Union
Joint Declaration
People's Republic of China (PRC)
The Practice of the "One Country Two Systems" Policy in the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (2014)
Basic Law (Full Text)
Hong Kong Basic Law – Major Provisions (One Country, Two Systems Model) (1990)
Basic Law: The Enactment of the "One Country, Two Systems" Concept
Deng Xiaoping on “One Country, Two Systems” (1984)
Basic Law (Full Text)
Hong Kong Basic Law – Major Provisions (One Country, Two Systems Model) (1990)
Basic Law: The Enactment of the "One Country, Two Systems" Concept
Deng Xiaoping on “One Country, Two Systems” (1984)
Republic of China (ROC, Taiwan)
Mainland Affairs Council (MAC) Reports
- Analysis Report: 11 Years After Hong Kong's Handover (Sep, 2008)
- Address by MAC Vice Chairman Michael Y. L. You at the “International Conference on the 10th Anniversary of Hong Kong Handover--Retrospect and Challenge” (Jul 2, 2007)
- Analysis Report: 10 Years After Hong Kong's Handover (Jun 28, 2007)
- China’s Violation of Its Promises Regarding the Implementation of the “One Country, Two Systems” Formula in Hong Kong (Jun 2007)
- Controversial Incidents after Hong Kong's Handover to Mainland China
- Nine Years After Hong Kong’s Handover: An Analysis (Oct 2006)
- Eight Years After Hong Kong’s Handover: An Analysis (Oct 2005)
- Seven Years After Hong Kong’s Handover: An Analysis (Jan 2005)
- Situation Analysis: Six Years After Hong Kong's Handover (Feb 2004)
- Situation Analysis : Five Years After Hong Kong's Handover (Dec 2002)
- Situation Analysis : Four Years After Hong Kong's Handover (May 2002)
- Holism and Pragmatism - Current ROC Policy Toward Hong Kong and Macao (Aug 2001)
- Situation Analysis: 3 Years After Hong Kong's Handover
- Analysis on Hong Kong Two Years after the Transfer of Jurisdiction
Laws Governing Taiwan-Hong Kong / Macau Relations
Act Governing Relations with Hong Kong and Macau
Enforcement Rules of the Act Governing Relations with Hong Kong and Macau
Enforcement Rules of the Act Governing Relations with Hong Kong and Macau
United States of America (U.S.)
Congressional Research Service (CRS) Reports
Prospects for Democracy in Hong Kong: The 2017 Election Reforms (2015)
China's Leaders Quash Hong Kong's Hopes for Democratic Election Reforms (2014)
Hong Kong: Ten Years After the Handover (2007)
China's Leaders Quash Hong Kong's Hopes for Democratic Election Reforms (2014)
Hong Kong: Ten Years After the Handover (2007)
European Commission
Hong Kong-Mainland Authorities Economic Arrangement
Closer Economic Partnership Arrangement (CEPA)
Legal Text
CEPA Main Text and Six Annexes (June 29, 2003 and September 29, 2003)
Supplement to CEPA (October 27, 2004) (CEPA II)
Supplement II to CEP (October 18, 2005) (CEPA III)
Supplement III to CEPA (June 27, 2006)
Supplement IV to CEPA (June 29, 2007)
Supplement V to CEPA (July 29, 2008)
Supplement VI to CEPA (May 09, 2009)
Supplement VII to CEPA (May 27, 2010)
Supplement VIII to CEPA (December 13, 2011)
Supplement IX to CEPA (June 29, 2012)
Supplement X to CEPA (August 29, 2013)
Agreement between the Mainland and Hong Kong on Achieving Basic Liberalisation of Trade in Services in Guangdong (December 18, 2014)Agreement on Trade in Services (November 27, 2015)
Supplement to CEPA (October 27, 2004) (CEPA II)
Supplement II to CEP (October 18, 2005) (CEPA III)
Supplement III to CEPA (June 27, 2006)
Supplement IV to CEPA (June 29, 2007)
Supplement V to CEPA (July 29, 2008)
Supplement VI to CEPA (May 09, 2009)
Supplement VII to CEPA (May 27, 2010)
Supplement VIII to CEPA (December 13, 2011)
Supplement IX to CEPA (June 29, 2012)
Supplement X to CEPA (August 29, 2013)
Agreement between the Mainland and Hong Kong on Achieving Basic Liberalisation of Trade in Services in Guangdong (December 18, 2014)Agreement on Trade in Services (November 27, 2015)
People's Republic of China (PRC)
The National People's Congress (NPC)
Working Administrative Body
Hong Kong Reports
Top legislator calls for better understanding of "one country, two systems" policy, Basic Law (2009)
Full text of NPC decision on Hong Kong's constitutional development (2007)
Full text of NPC decision on Hong Kong's constitutional development (2007)
Constitutional and Mainland Affairs Bureau
Topical Issues
The Joint Declaration
The Basic Law
Hong Kong Offices in the Mainland and Taiwan
HKSAR's Official Exchanges with Mainland Authorities
HKSAR's External Affairs
Electoral Matters
Constitutional Development
Code for Officials under the Political Appointment System (with effect from 1 July 2012)
Further Development of the Political Appointment System
Information on PPRD Industrial Upgrading, Restructuring and Relocation
The Rights of the Individual
The National Five-Year Plan
Regional Cooperation with the Mainland
HKSAR's Work in Support of Reconstruction in the Sichuan Earthquake Stricken Areas
White Paper on "The Practice of the 'One Country, Two Systems' Policy in the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region"
The Basic Law
Hong Kong Offices in the Mainland and Taiwan
HKSAR's Official Exchanges with Mainland Authorities
HKSAR's External Affairs
Electoral Matters
Constitutional Development
Code for Officials under the Political Appointment System (with effect from 1 July 2012)
Further Development of the Political Appointment System
Information on PPRD Industrial Upgrading, Restructuring and Relocation
The Rights of the Individual
The National Five-Year Plan
Regional Cooperation with the Mainland
HKSAR's Work in Support of Reconstruction in the Sichuan Earthquake Stricken Areas
White Paper on "The Practice of the 'One Country, Two Systems' Policy in the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region"