PoliticsTerry Gou's China ties complicate his Taiwan presidential run
Foxconn's mainland footprint stokes conflict-of-interest concerns
Foxconn founder and Chairman Terry Gou holds New Year's lucky charms at a company event. Gou's China-friendly stance has raised concerns among Taiwanese experts. © AP
KENSAKU IHARA, Nikkei staff writer
TAIPEI -- Terry Gou's entry into the Taiwanese presidential race has raised questions as to whether the Foxconn founder and chairman, known to have close ties to Chinese President Xi Jinping, can truly serve Taiwan's best interests when he built his business empire on the mainland.