Taiwan’s opposition leader Cheng Li-wun has expressed her openness to meeting with former U.S. President Donald Trump during her forthcoming visit to the United States. Cheng emphasized her readiness to engage with any leader capable of contributing to peace and stability in the region, underlining the importance of dialogue with influential global figures.
Before embarking on her two-week trip to the U.S., Cheng highlighted that her willingness to meet Trump aligns with her approach during recent talks with Chinese President Xi Jinping. She underscored the significance of discussions in fostering peace and noted that her visit would include meetings with U.S. lawmakers and government officials, particularly in Washington, though she refrained from disclosing specific engagements.
Cheng also commented on the recent improvements in U.S.-China relations, expressing optimism that increased dialogue among major powers could help to alleviate regional tensions. Her visit comes amid a broader debate in Taiwan concerning defense spending and cross-strait relations, where opposition parties are advocating for a balance between military readiness and diplomatic engagement.
In addressing Taiwan’s security policy, Cheng reiterated the importance of strengthening defense capabilities while also advocating for communication with Beijing. She stressed that dialogue is crucial to reducing the risk of military conflict and maintaining stability across the Taiwan Strait.