Mainland official encourages Taiwanese farmers to boost cross-Strait communication

The Chinese mainland's Taiwan affairs chief on Monday encouraged Taiwanese farmers and fishermen to participate in cross-Strait exchanges and cooperation and safeguard the achievements of the peaceful development of cross-Strait relations.

Zhang Zhijun, head of the State Council Taiwan Affairs Office, made the remarks while meeting with a delegation led by Chung Wen-fang, president of Taiwan's Excellent Farmers Association. Endi