🚀 On January 2, 2026, the mini three links route between Fujian province on the Chinese mainland and the Kinmen and Matsu islands administered by Taiwan celebrated its 25th anniversary. Launched in 2001 for small-scale trade, shipping, and postal services, it’s become a key channel for cross-strait mobility.
📊 Data from the Xiamen General Station of Exit and Entry Frontier Inspection shows that in 2025 there were over 1.43 million inbound and outbound trips by residents of Taiwan—smashing all previous annual records. Talk about leveling up!
🎉 In just the three-day New Year holiday from January 1 to 3, 2026, the links are expected to handle more than 20,000 trips. Whether you’re reuniting with family, catching up with friends, or exploring fresh business ideas, the journey just got easier.
🤝 More than ferries and flights, the mini three links are a bridge of hearts and livelihoods, fueling family reunions, cultural exchanges, and new collaborations across the Taiwan Strait. Think of it as a live stream of real-life stories and connections!
✨ After 25 years, this route stands as proof that when borders shrink, communities grow. Here’s to many more years of journeys, ideas, and friendships that span the Strait! 🌏✈️
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25th anniversary of 'mini three links' sees record cross-Strait trips
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