In his New Year's Eve address, Chinese President Xi Jinping reiterated China's commitment to reunifying with Taiwan, stating that "reunification... is unstoppable." This message followed recent large-scale military drills around Taiwan, which Beijing conducted in response to a U.S. arms sale. Xi also highlighted China's technological advancements in AI, semiconductors, and military technology, emphasizing the nation's pursuit of high-quality development and self-reliance amidst global rivalries.