Both ROC and PRC engaged in proxy warfare in other countries to gain influence and allies . They would either have proxy forces or provide military aid or support during the conflict , to support their interests . Some notable conflicts include : Internal conflict in Myanmar , Korean War , Laotian Civil War , Hong Kong 1956 riots , Communist insurgency in Thailand , 12-3 incident , Hong Kong 1967 leftist riots and NDF Rebellion Following the break of official relations between the United States and the ROC in 1979 , the ROC government under Chiang Ching-kuo maintained a " Three Noes " policy in regards to communicating with the Chinese government . This policy however was revised following the May 1986 hijacking of a China Airlines cargo plane , in which the Taiwanese pilot subdued other members of the crew and flew the plane to Guangzhou . In response , Chiang sent delegates to Hong Kong to discuss with PRC officials for the return of the plane and crew , which is seen as a turning point between cross-strait relations
hijacking of a China Airlines cargo plane
China Airlines Flight 334
Cross-Strait relations