Kuomintang (KMT) chairwoman Cheng Li-wun recently completed a two-week visit to the United States, engaging with think tanks and officials regarding cross-Strait relations. The trip aimed to present an alternative perspective on ties with Beijing compared to the current Taiwanese government. Cheng described the visit as successful, exceeding her initial expectations. While the impact of her meetings remains uncertain, experts suggest the US trip offered Washington a different viewpoint on the complex relationship between Taiwan and China. Her itinerary included stops in San Francisco, Boston, New York, Washington, and Los Angeles. The KMT leader’s visit signals an attempt to foster dialogue and potentially influence US policy toward the region.