Taiwan Is Courting MAGA Influencers to Get Trump’s Attention

Taiwan is actively reaching out to right-wing American influencers and podcasters associated with the "Make America Great Again" (MAGA) movement, as they grow concerned that former US President Donald Trump might jeopardize Taiwan's interests during negotiations with China. Taiwanese officials are seeking to cultivate relationships with these pro-Trump figures, hoping to use their platforms to influence the former president's views on Taiwan. This strategy is driven by Taiwan's fear that Trump, known for his unpredictable foreign policy decisions, could make concessions to China that could undermine Taiwan's autonomy and security. The article suggests that Taiwan is worried about the potential impact of Trump's dealings with China, and is attempting to leverage the sizable online following of MAGA influencers to maintain a favorable position in the eyes of the former US leader, who still wields significant influence within the Republican Party.