After "Critical Moment," Liu Baojie sorts out Taiwan's survival truth under "Tangluoism"

YouTube channel “Fan Qifei’s American Time” recently interviewed veteran media personality Liu Baojie. He candidly stated that after leaving “Critical Moment,” he no longer pursues the emotional performances of the past, but instead aspires to transform into a “guide” in the era of information chaos. In this interview, he not only discusses the fundamental changes in media but also interprets Trump’s “Trump-Monroe Doctrine” from a macro perspective—namely, how the United States, to maintain its global hegemony, redefines the value of the First Island Chain, and the key role Taiwan plays in transforming from a “defensive front” to a “production partner.”

Returning to the essence of media: from “gatekeeper” to “information guide”

Liu Baojie pointed out that the traditional role of “gatekeeper” emphasized in journalism education has already disintegrated. In his view, this is an era where only “truthfulness” can ensure survival. Only by abandoning the traditional training of “non-committal” stances and honestly and openly expressing opinions and values can one establish irreplaceable connections in a segmented market. He hopes to play the role of a “guide” in the upcoming new phase, utilizing his years of media experience to sort out clear logic and context amid the explosion of chaotic information, leading the public to see the true face of world development.

Trump’s “Trump-Monroe Doctrine”: The US will not give up being the world’s top power; the First Island Chain is key to resisting China

The topic shifted to the United States. Baojie suggested starting with last year’s 2025 “U.S. National Security Strategy,” and Trump’s “Trump-Monroe Doctrine” is the most direct demonstration of this report.

“I think you should carefully read the 2025 U.S. National Security Strategy. It already incorporates the concepts of Monroe Doctrine and Trump-Monroe Doctrine.”

What is the “Trump-Monroe Doctrine” (Trump-Monroe Doctrine)?

The Trump-Monroe Doctrine is fundamentally different from the Monroe Doctrine. The Monroe Doctrine was born in 1823, with the background of warning European powers not to colonize or interfere in the Americas. In exchange, the U.S. would not interfere in European affairs.

However, the core of the current “Trump-Monroe Doctrine” is no longer just about defending the backyard (such as expelling Chinese and Russian influence from South America), but about maintaining America’s “world hegemony.”

“What is the key? The key is world hegemony… As long as the dollar’s status has issues, the U.S. will collapse, and it will break down. It will not accept this.”

In this zero-sum game, the U.S. is deeply aware that while it still holds advantages in currency, finance, oil, and even technology, it cannot be self-sufficient in manufacturing.

Baojie directly stated: “In the entire manufacturing competition now, it has completely lost to China… Without Taiwan’s help, Japan’s help, and Korea’s help, the U.S. has no ability to compete with China.”

Taiwan as the pivot of this defensive line has undergone a qualitative change in strategic position

To maintain its status as the “most advanced and greatest in the world,” the U.S. must heavily rely on Japan, Korea, and even Taiwan’s high-end manufacturing and technological strength. This is precisely why the “First Island Chain” is crucial for the U.S.—it must form a close “interest community” with these countries to effectively contain China’s influence and remain undefeated in the competition.

Under the strategic framework of the Trump-Monroe Doctrine, Taiwan’s status has undergone a qualitative change: it is no longer just a geopolitical defensive front but also an indispensable “production partner” for the U.S. to maintain technological hegemony and the dollar’s dominance.

Regarding the future, Liu Baojie admits that he is currently in an exploratory phase of “crossing the river by feeling the stones.” But what he is certain of is that the short-term emotional explosion-driven “ping-pong style” offense and defense of “Critical Moment” are a thing of the past. Facing transformation, he revealed that he will adopt a dual-track strategy of television and online platforms, with a brand-new program soon to be launched.

This article, “After ‘Critical Moment,’ Liu Baojie Analyzes the Survival Truth of Taiwan Under ‘Trump-Monroe Doctrine’,” originally appeared on Lian News ABMedia.