In Taiwan, Chinese-born spouses face questions of loyalty
TAIPEI, Taiwan — The day after Li Chen-hsiu was sworn in as a member of Taiwan’s Legislature, she was questioned about whether she belonged — about her nationality, about her identity and ultimately about her loyalty to Taiwan. That's because Li is a “mainland spouse” — born in China and a citizen of Taiwan through marriage. She's part of a community of some 369,000 people in the island nation…
Taipei, Taiwan — Upon taking her seat in Taiwan’s Legislative Yuan, Li Chen-hsiu faced inquiries about her allegiance, citizenship and nationality. As a "mainland spouse," Li is a Chinese-born individual who became a citizen of Taiwan through marriage. She is among approximately 369,000 such people residing on the island nation, a group currently facing evolving policies and alleged discrimination as tensions escalate with China.
During her brief tenure in the legislature, Li was Taiwan’s sole member born in mainland China, having immigrated to Taiwan via marriage. She attributed her opportunity to the democratic system and the Taiwan People’s Party, which welcomed her as a political newcomer. However, recent concerns over a potential Chinese military invasion have added complexity to Taiwan’s approach toward spouses like Li. She is part of a demographic that remains a subject of scrutiny.
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