Taipei, May 30 -- A recent survey commissioned by Taiwan's Mainland Affairs Council (MAC) has revealed overwhelming public opposition to China's "one country, two systems" framework, highlighting growing resistance to China's efforts to influence Taiwan's future.

The poll found that nearly nine out of ten respondents believe Taiwan's destiny should be determined solely by its 23 million citizens, as reported by The Taipei Times.

According to The Taipei Times, the survey, conducted by Ipsos following recent meetings involving Chinese President Xi Jinping and senior political figures, highlighted widespread scepticism toward Beijing's claims over Taiwan.

Nearly 80 per cent of respondents rejected China's description of Taiwan as merely a...