Taipei: Taiwan's National Immigration Agency (NIA) has revoked the long-term residency permit of a Chinese spouse and social media influencer known online as "Guan Guan" due to "controversial remarks" that were considered a potential threat to national security and social stability.

According to Focus Taiwan, the NIA revealed that Guan Guan had used multiple accounts on the Chinese social media platform Douyin to post remarks deemed inappropriate, including content advocating for the "elimination of our nation's sovereignty." However, the agency did not specify which posts were problematic or what particular remarks were made. This action was taken after consulting with relevant agencies and following the regulations outlined in the Act Governing Relations between the People of the Taiwan Area and the Mainland Area (Cross-Strait Act).

The NIA's decision resulted in the revocation of Guan Guan's long-term residency permit, which is typically granted to Chinese spouses of Taiwanese citizens. Before enforcing the order for her to leave Taiwan, Guan Guan was given an opportunity to present her views. She subsequently left Taiwan voluntarily within the required period in mid-January.

The NIA stated that Guan Guan would be prohibited from reapplying for long-term residency for five years from the day after her permit was revoked. Consequently, she has lost her lawful residency status and is no longer eligible for related benefits, such as services under the National Health Insurance.

Should Guan Guan attempt to apply for entry into Taiwan in the future, the NIA will conduct a "cautious review" in consultation with relevant agencies before making a decision. This case is part of a broader trend where Taiwanese authorities have taken similar actions against other Chinese spouse influencers, such as "Ya Ya," "Xiao Wei," and "En Qi," who were accused of advocating for "military unification." All these influencers eventually departed Taiwan voluntarily or were deported following the revocation of their residency permits.