Nonetheless, anyone who has read his op-ed would know that Gou’s article was filled with fallacies, one that is seriously out of touch with the international community and the public will. After more than seven years of efforts and dedication, the DPP government has finally put Taiwan in the global spotlight. However, the foreign policies proposed by the KMT and TPP presidential candidates would go against the public will and global trends. They are measures to undermine Taiwan’s global and geopolitical status, and eventually serve Taiwan to China on a silver platter. As the presidential candidates revealed their hand, it is up to Taiwanese to make the critical choice about the nation’s future.