Trump Considers China Trip as Taiwan Leader's US Transit Is Canceled

The Trump administration is debating whether to permit Taiwan's President Lai Ching-te's planned stopovers in the US, amid concerns it could impact US-China trade negotiations and a potential summit with President Xi Jinping. The decision reflects the delicate diplomatic balance and ongoing tensions surrounding Taiwan's status, with past US transit requests serving as signals of political stance. Lai's visits are seen as significant but potentially risky moves in the context of US-Taiwan and US-China relations.