After completing the transit procedures, the group was divided into two flights for their journeys home. According to China Eastern Airlines, some passengers boarded flight FM801 and arrived safely at Taipei Songshan Airport around 11 a.m. Tuesday. The remaining travelers departed at around noon on flight MU5007, arriving at Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport in the afternoon.

"Taiwan compatriots are Chinese citizens and our own flesh and blood," Zhang Han, a spokesperson for the State Council Taiwan Affairs Office, said at a recent regular press conference.

From the evacuation of Chinese nationals from Libya, Yemen and Sudan to the outbreak of the Palestine-Israel conflict, as well as incidents in which Taiwan compatriots overseas encountered dangers such as typhoons and earthquakes, relevant authorities have maintained close contact with them and provided timely assistance, Zhang said.

We will, as always, take all necessary measures to safeguard the safety of Chinese citizens, including Taiwan compatriots, Zhang added.

"No matter where they are or what difficulties they encounter, the motherland will always stand firmly behind Taiwan compatriots," Zhang said.