Recently, a Taiwanese internet celebrity self-funded the production of a video exposing the Chinese Communist Party’s united front tactics against Taiwan, causing quite a stir. What surprised and impressed us is that a purely grassroots individual dared to stand alone against the formidable force of the CCP, daring to directly expose the self-deception of those in Taiwan influenced by the CCP’s united front tactics. Dealing with such a highly sensitive topic requires immense courage, not only in Taiwan but even in the United States. The internet celebrity we are talking about is Ba Jiong from Taiwan.
Ba Jiong, a Taiwanese internet celebrity, mentioned in the New Tang Dynasty TV program “Elite Forum” that some units, without specifying which ones, have issued chase orders against him and “Min Nan Wolf” (Chen Baiyuan), contracting the Fujian Gang to carry out the orders. Suspects in Taiwan, pro-CCP media, and pro-CCP legislators have been attacking him and his team. As a result, he now needs two bodyguards, wears a bulletproof vest, and carries various self-defense weapons. He has to be extra cautious going to and from work or entering/exiting places; security personnel may need to scout ahead before he can enter. It’s almost like going out as a celebrity or a high-ranking official, and he feels the pressure.
Ba Jiong stated that since last May up until recent days, there have been numerous instances of floating bodies, particularly in Taichung, Taiwan, occurring every two to three days. The individuals include those who mysteriously jumped off buildings, engaged in debt and gambling, or frequently traveled to China, all of which will be mentioned in our upcoming documentary series. The news in Taiwan has not extensively covered these incidents, making it seem like nothing has happened. Many suspect that these individuals went to China to obtain identification cards, accrued debts, returned without fulfilling political tasks, or embezzled funds and fled, resulting in being targeted by the Fujian Gang. In reality, there have been many deaths; he saw a list with nearly 200 names on it.
Ba Jiong mentioned in the “Elite Forum” that those who have contacted us claimed that 200,000 people have obtained Chinese resident IDs. While he couldn’t verify this information directly, based on side data, including ongoing processes and the large number of people applying, with over 4,000 already processed in Xiamen, he believes it to be a factual reality. Since the wait time for IDs in Xiamen is several months long due to the extensive queue, they recommend people go to Quanzhou instead. There are fewer Taiwanese individuals in Quanzhou, making it quicker to obtain a resident ID. Some Taiwanese businessmen he knows stated that they had managed to obtain IDs in the past few years, including prior to the pandemic. Hence, he suspects that the number exceeding 200,000 is plausible if the timeline is extended further back.
In the “Elite Forum,” Ba Jiong highlighted that the CCP issues ID cards not out of goodwill but to manipulate individuals. With connections in China, one can easily obtain loans even with just a Taiwanese ID or as a Japanese citizen. The reason the CCP provides these IDs is to control individuals. When you receive money, I won’t let you keep it for free; in the future, when you have political tasks back in Taiwan, like during elections, you may have to allocate funds to certain fans or influencers to spread rumors, influencing CCP-friendly political parties in Taiwan or supporting legislators and presidents backed by the CCP.
Ba Jiong continued, stating that the ID card serves as a tool for political tasks, with repercussions if one fails to comply. If you fail to fulfill the tasks, they’ll report you to Taiwan’s Mainland Affairs Council or even publicly expose you online. This would eventually lead to revocation of your passport, health insurance, and citizenship, which you definitely wouldn’t want. While you may appear to be collaborating with the CCP for monetary gain, ultimately, you value Taiwan’s superior social welfare, conditions, and citizenship over China’s, making it less likely for you to willingly sacrifice them. Under these circumstances, one can only comply with the CCP’s tasks.
Independent TV producer Li Jun mentioned in the “Elite Forum” that once Taiwanese citizens hold Chinese resident IDs, they are obliged to cooperate with the country’s security department. According to national security laws, all Chinese residents are required to assist the national security department with their tasks.
Senior editor and chief writer Shi Shan remarked in the “Elite Forum” that the CCP has a particular characteristic. If you take their money and agree to work for them and fail to do so, they will relentlessly pursue you.
Shi Shan also mentioned in the “Elite Forum” that after the 20th National Congress of the CCP, Politburo Standing Committee member Wang Huning was tasked with developing a new set of strategies regarding united front tactics towards Taiwan. This led to the establishment of a Min-Tai Fusion Zone, hence Ba Jiong’s reference to obtaining IDs, loans, and bank finances primarily originating from Fujian.
Furthermore, as far as I know, Fujian has invested a significant amount of money in this endeavor, as it is a national mission rather than a provincial one. This has had significant effects on Taiwan, especially in Kinmen. Some mainland friends have mentioned that Kinmen is already a liberated area, implying that Kinmen has been effectively conquered by the CCP and brought under control.
Ba Jiong noted in the “Elite Forum” that personally, he adheres to liberalism. Therefore, if Kinmen and Matsu wish to hold a referendum to break away from the Republic of China and join the People’s Republic of China, he has no objections, as it would be a reflection of their popular will and residency choice.
However, he expressed concerns about Taiwanese individuals acquiring mainland IDs and subsidies then expecting Taiwanese tax money to be used as subsidies as well. This, in turn, could potentially lead to collusion with the CCP’s security measures in Taiwan, serving as a breakthrough for the CCP. If Xi Jinping suddenly decides to attack Taiwan or the Jinmen area, it would create immense pressure. Therefore, Ba Jiong suggests holding a referendum to have those individuals return promptly, as he wouldn’t want potential turncoats nearby, as they would lose their value once they go back.
Addressing the case of Legislator Chen Yuzhen (from Kinmen County), Ba Jiong recounted an instance from two to three years prior where she referred to the central government as the Beijing Central Government, causing an uproar online. Despite claiming to support the concept of One China under the Republic of China, such terminology use was deemed inappropriate. Over the past few years, she has been organizing trips for Taiwanese students to participate in mainland China’s united front activities. Although not directly labeled as united front exchanges, a closer look at the guest list revealed officials from the Fujian Taiwan Affairs Office, Xiamen United Front Department, and other similar entities. Prior to the collapse of the CCP, any form of interaction carried potential risks of being associated with united front efforts, emphasizing the need to dismantle the CCP for genuine, peaceful, and secure exchanges to occur.
Ba Jiong expressed in the “Elite Forum” his strong interest in history and research, particularly in the history of the Kuomintang (KMT). He observed that the KMT has had a history plagued with warped logic. Starting from Sun Yat-sen’s era, the KMT adopted policies that were conducive to cooperating with and appeasing the CCP. Ba Jiong pointed out a pattern in KMT’s history of alternating between cooperating, appeasing, and then opposing the CCP, ultimately leading back to cooperation. Due to Chiang Kai-shek and Chiang Ching-kuo’s experiences with the evils of the CCP, they were well aware of the CCP’s nature and the importance of avoiding entanglements. Engaging with the CCP risked brainwashing and infiltration, potentially swaying sympathies towards the CCP.
Regarding the KMT, Ba Jiong highlighted that their leadership pursues their own agendas, often aiming for temporary alliances following a united front concept to confront the main enemy. However, even though they may achieve short-term goals, they fail to consider the long-term consequences of their actions.
Media veteran Guo Jun shared in the “Elite Forum” that the KMT itself is an authoritarian party, a fact that cannot be denied. In its early days, the KMT relied on the Soviet Union to establish a Leninist-style party and adopted numerous Soviet governance methods, influenced by the historical circumstances of that period.
Guo Jun further mitigated that during the era when the KMT governed China, most of the time was embroiled in periods of conflict and warfare, such as the Northern Expedition and the initial stages of the First United Front between the KMT and CCP. During the anti-Japanese resistance and the Second United Front era, the KMT held power in China, governing for a total of 20 years, with 12 years under wartime conditions. The wartime policies differ significantly from those during peacetime, often more severe. Even after retreating to Taiwan, the KMT remained in a state of conflict, which persisted until the 1990s, evident in the party’s internal and external suppressive measures conducted. For the Chinese people, the situation was markedly more challenging. Previously, a renowned mainland media figure who was famous for opposing the KMT, named Chu Anping, highlighted a stark contrast in the understanding of freedom between KMT and CCP governance. Disparities existed in the KMT-controlled era in regards to the level of freedom offered, which transitioned into a question of the existence of freedom during the CCP’s rule. Thus, the circumstances for mainland Chinese were considerably more treacherous.
Guo Jun stated that Taiwanese citizens benchmark their perspectives against modern Western societies, particularly Europe, the United States, and Japan. This contrast has colored their perception of the KMT as a suppressive party that historically repressed dissenting viewpoints. Nevertheless, Guo Jun acknowledged that the KMT has played a pivotal role in facilitating Taiwan’s social and economic transitions, which can be regarded as largely successful. Should China be able to replicate a similar transformation, it would bode well for the Chinese populace. However, from the Taiwanese standpoint, the narrative would differ significantly. Just as how Americans view their two-party system differently from the Chinese perspective regarding the same two parties.
Guo Jun also conveyed his desire to see Chinese culture aid in fulfilling a modernized transformation, with a hopeful expectation that Hong Kong and Taiwan could contribute significantly. He reiterated the aversion towards CCP’s extreme authoritarianism and professed no desire for the CCP to govern Taiwan or Hong Kong. Regarding the independence aspirations of places like Tibet, Xinjiang, Inner Mongolia, and other regions, he expressed sympathy, attributing it to the CCP’s malevolent nature.
Li Jun shared in the “Elite Forum” that many Chinese citizens who have suffered under the CCP’s rule hope for a day when the mainland can revert to the Republic of China. Recently, a song titled “Counterattacking the Mainland” surfaced online, urging Taiwan to counterattack the mainland, evoking tears from many mainland viewers, resonating deep within them.
Li Jun emphasized the significance of maintaining a documentary’s social relevance and authenticity. After viewing the video produced by Ba Jiong, he commended its portrayal of real individuals and stories that vividly illustrate the united front tactics employed by the CCP. He extended his gratitude towards Ba Jiong for creating a documentary shedding light on the CCP’s infiltration and united front strategies in Taiwan, underscoring its substantial societal value in unveiling the covert operations of the CCP.
Ba Jiong announced plans to host a film festival this year with the aim of gathering individuals globally invested in advocating for human rights or against the CCP. The event seeks to provide a platform for influencers, regardless of their format being a documentary or film, as long as they contribute to the cause. Through this exhibition, he hopes to garner increased international attention for Taiwan, indirectly safeguarding its future.
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