Their "ideology" was never sustainable to begin with. Ask them why Taiwan was returned to the ROC following WWII even though the ROC never administered it, and you'll get blank stares (Hint: a certain island is part of a certain nation). Pan-green movements are probably the most dangerous thing to happen to the residents of Taiwan save for the White Terror.
PLA Strategy in a Taiwan Contingency
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Is the WSJ any more credible than an opinion piece? Where in the article does it say Xi is pursuing concessions from Trump on the Taiwan issue?
Truth was never a requirement for any ideology. Where is the basis of truth for every religion? Dig deep enough and you will always find cracks in the foundation of any and every belief system. The little details never match up perfectly with the grand narratives.
It doesn't matter what you believe; what matters is that you do believe. That's what people fight for, kill for, die for.
WSJ sometimes do post articles or stuff to 'prepare' the public for potential policies by the US government.
Or actually do get some leaks from intelligence, military or white house etc.
Still, i would treat this as more of a test to gauge potential reactions and or opinions, for say, trump saying or using Taiwan support as a negotiation tip.