Why Chinese celebrities are promoting Beijing's line on Taiwan

The Chinese government has a new ally when it comes to pushing its official line on Taiwan: celebrities. Tension over the status of the island, which is claimed by Beijing as part of its "One China" principle, have been exacerbated by a series of recent incidents, including a high-profile visit to the island by US House speaker Nancy Pelosi and comments by President Joe Biden suggesting the US would be prepared to defend Taiwan "militarily". It has led to an angry response from officials in Beijing, who have accused the US of violating its long-standing commitment to abide by its…