Nevertheless, I've surprised myself and overcome many difficulties over the years, including psychological ones, and made some accomplishments. If there is any achievement I take pride in, I'm particularly proud of the cooperation project of the Taiwan Friendship Bridge.
TT: Any plans for the future?
Mao: I've been thinking about retirement for the past two years. As I told you a while ago, I'm not used to the diplomatic culture and dislike bureaucratic atmosphere. I think I'd like to be involved in something that I can be free to do whatever I want to do and is conducive to the country, such as education.



