Cheng Li-wun, a prominent opposition leader from Taiwan, has expressed her openness to meeting with former U.S. President Donald Trump during her forthcoming visit to the United States. She highlighted her readiness to engage with any leader who could play a role in fostering peace and stability in the region. Prior to embarking on her two-week U.S. tour, Cheng emphasized the significance of dialogue with global influencers as a means to promote peace, drawing parallels to her recent talks with Chinese President Xi Jinping.
While in the United States, Cheng plans to engage with lawmakers and government officials, with a visit to Washington included in her itinerary. However, she has opted not to disclose specifics about her meetings. Her visit coincides with ongoing discussions in Taiwan regarding defense expenditures and relations across the Taiwan Strait, where opposition parties are calling for a balance between military readiness and diplomatic efforts.
Cheng welcomed the recent thawing of relations between the United States and China, voicing optimism that enhanced dialogue among major powers could help alleviate regional tensions. She believes that fostering communication can contribute to reducing the risk of military conflicts and maintaining stability, particularly in the Taiwan Strait.
Addressing Taiwan’s security policy, Cheng underscored the importance of bolstering defense capabilities but also advocated for open lines of communication with Beijing. She contended that meaningful dialogue is essential for achieving lasting security and minimizing the potential for military clashes.