In the coevolutionary process between plant pathogens and hosts, pathogen effectors, primarily proteinaceous, engage in interactions with host proteins, such as plant transcription factors (TFs), during the infection process. This review delves into the intricate interplay between TFs and effectors, a key aspect in the prolonged and complex battle between plants and pathogens. Effectors strategically manipulate TFs using diverse tactics. These include modulating activity of TFs, influencing their incorporation into multimeric complexes, directly changing TF expression levels, promoting their degradation via the ubiquitin-proteasome system, and inducing their subcellular relocalization. The review systematically presents documented interactions, elucidating key mechanisms and their profound impact on host-pathogen dynamics. It emphasises the central role of TFs in plant defence and investigates the convergent evolution of effectors targeting TFs. By providing this overview, we offer valuable insights into this dynamic interaction landscape and suggest potential directions for future research.
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