Taiwan Deports Chinese Influencer Liu Zhenya Over Pro-China Comments:

Taiwan deported Chinese social media influencer Liu Zhenya on Tuesday after she posted online in support of China's claims over Taiwan. Known online as "Yaya in Taiwan," Liu was found to be in violation of local regulations prohibiting Chinese citizens from threatening national or social stability.

The deportation highlights Taiwan's firm stance under President William Lai Ching-te, who has repeatedly warned against China's use of propaganda and internet influencers to undermine Taiwan’s sovereignty.

Liu Denies Wrongdoing, Says Departure is Law-Abiding

Before departing for China, Liu addressed the media and denied any wrongdoing. She said her decision to leave was based on legal advice and a desire to respect Taiwanese law.

"I'm not doing this because I did anything wrong," she stated. Despite her denial, Taiwanese authorities maintained that her content posed risks to public order and national stability.

Public Backlash and Protests Against Liu

Liu faced public opposition in Taiwan. Around 50 people protested outside government offices, demanding her deportation. Demonstrators chanted slogans urging her return to China. The situation was controlled by police officers stationed on high alert.

The protest reflected the broader public sentiment in Taiwan, where the majority of citizens reject China's territorial claims and support national independence.

Family Ties and Future Uncertain

Liu is married to a Taiwanese citizen and has three children. Despite her family connections, she boarded the flight to China alone. Current laws will require her to wait five years before she can reapply for residency in Taiwan. Authorities are also investigating two other Chinese women married to Taiwanese men under similar allegations.

Taiwan Strengthens National Security Amid Rising Tensions

Amid increasing military pressure from China, Taiwan continues to bolster its national defense and weapon production capabilities, with support from the United States. The Taiwan Strait, a 180-kilometer-wide body of water, separates the island from mainland China.

The Ministry of the Interior revealed that about 400,000 Chinese women live in Taiwan, which has a population of 23 million. Many foreign nationals from the Philippines, Indonesia, and Vietnam are also married to Taiwanese men.

Longstanding Tensions Between China and Taiwan

The root of Taiwan-China tensions dates back to the 1949 civil war. While China sees Taiwan as a breakaway province, Taiwan operates with its own government and constitution. China continues to pressure Taiwan through military and political tactics, but the island's population widely supports maintaining its autonomy.