The first step will be decriminalization and legalization of petty trade. Only after observing the impact of the first stage on social order and local industries in Kinmen and Matsu will the second stage-opening of normal commercial activities-be considered. As for the opening of the full three links, there is no particular timetable.
實施初期將以除罪化與小額貿易合法化為主，在觀察小三通對金馬地區治安與產業影響後，才會考慮在第二階段開放商業性行為，至於大三通的實施，尚沒有明確的時間表。