Taipei – Helen MAGA, a prominent figure associated with the "Make America Great Again" movement in Taiwan, has launched a signature campaign aimed at gathering 1,000 endorsements to bolster US-Taiwan relations. The initiative, which has already secured 202 signatures, seeks to demonstrate grassroots support for Taiwan's international standing and its strategic partnership with the United States. The campaign emphasizes ease of participation, requiring no real-name registration or donations, and can be completed in just 30 seconds.
The campaign by Helen MAGA comes amidst a broader strategic effort by Taiwanese officials to cultivate relationships with US conservative media and influencers aligned with former President Donald Trump. As reported by Reuters and the Taipei Times in October 2025, Taipei is increasingly concerned about potential shifts in US policy towards the self-governed island, particularly in the context of an anticipated meeting between President Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping. Taiwan's government fears its interests could be undermined in such high-level discussions.
Taiwanese President William Lai and Vice President Hsiao Bi-khim have actively engaged with conservative US figures, participating in interviews and discussions to highlight the shared democratic values and security concerns between Taiwan and the US. This outreach strategy aims to ensure Taiwan remains a priority on the US agenda, especially given the lack of formal diplomatic channels for direct communication with the US President. Bloomberg also noted that this "full-court press" reflects Taipei's rising anxiety over Trump's intentions.
Helen MAGA's signature drive, accessible via a link shared as "紅色鐵鍊X" (red chain X) in a pinned comment, represents a citizen-led component of this larger diplomatic push. The goal of 1,000 signatures indicates an effort to quantify and publicly display support for a pro-US, pro-Taiwan stance, echoing the sentiment that strong public backing can influence political outcomes. The campaign's simplicity and anonymity are designed to maximize participation and reflect broad public opinion.
The initiative underscores Taiwan's multi-faceted approach to safeguarding its future, combining official diplomatic efforts with grassroots activism. By mobilizing support from within the "MAGA world," figures like Helen MAGA aim to reinforce the narrative that Taiwan's security and sovereignty are integral to US interests and the broader democratic alliance, particularly as geopolitical dynamics in the Indo-Pacific continue to evolve.