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The US elections are approaching and the showdown between Trump and Biden has attracted global attention. Recently, YouGov, a British polling agency, has investigated the support of the US presidential candidate in 15 countries for 7 European countries and 8 Asia-Pacific countries. Those who support Trump are Taiwanese. In a poll of 1,033 Taiwanese respondents, about 42% support Trump and 30% support Biden. But people in other countries are very supportive of Biden. Why is Taiwan so strong under Trump? The New York Times published an interview report today (26) to find out the reasons.

The “New York Times” interviewed many people, including former KMT supporter, writer Wu Xianghui, and students who were active in social movements. The report first discussed why Taiwan chose to support the United States. The New York Times noted that in the face of mounting tensions, Taiwanese began to feel the need to take a stand. Zhan Daying, who once supported the Kuomintang, said that it is good that Taiwan and the United States are getting closer and closer. He appreciates Tsai Ing-wen’s tough attitude toward China since he took office and also voted for his re-election this year.

Chen Maike, who has retired from the financial industry for more than ten years and is now 85, told the New York Times at the commemorative meeting of former President Lee Teng-hui: “Most people say that we are in the medium, but is this possible? ” You have to make a choice. It is a confrontation between democracy and totalitarianism. You can only side with the United States. “

So Trump and Biden, why are Taiwanese more supportive of Trump? “The New York Times” interviewed writer Wu Xianghui. He has voiced his support for Trump on social platforms many times. He also posted a photo of himself wearing the “Trump 2020” hat on Facebook, and welcomes everyone to leave a message under the photo. Reasons to support Trump.

During the interview, Wu Xianghui said: “Trump defends the interests of the United States, the value of civilization and international order, so that Taiwan, faced with the threat of a rebellious China, obtain the security of the soul and the homeland.” He believes this is the most that he and many Taiwanese support Trump. The main reason.

After Trump took office, the relationship between Taiwan and the United States has grown closer than ever. US Secretary of Health Alex Azar and State Department Under Secretary Keith Krach visited Taiwan one after another. Many younger generations who tend to be independent and want Taiwan to gain international recognition and attention. Both are inspired and passionate about social movements. Qiu Yixuan, a 23-year-old architecture student, told the New York Times that he is very happy to see the deterioration of China-US relations and the improvement of relations between Taiwan and the United States.

Under the unpredictable international situation, Taiwan’s demand to survive in the great powers game will surely have more challenges and will be more difficult, but at the same time, it also represents more opportunities, although the Taiwanese cannot influence the outcome of the elections. Americans. But actively following and discussing international affairs will help the future of Taiwan.

The US elections are approaching and the confrontation between Trump and Biden attracts world attention. Recently, YouGov, a British polling agency, has investigated the support of the US presidential candidate in 15 countries for 7 European countries and 8 Asia-Pacific countries. Those who support Trump are Taiwanese

In a poll of 1,033 Taiwanese respondents, about 42% supported Trump and 30% supported Biden. But people in other countries are very supportive of Biden.

Why is Taiwan so strong under Trump? The New York Times published an interview report today (26) to find out the reasons.