U.S. allies in Asia are closely watching Washington’s Taiwan policy as President Donald Trump prepares to meet Chinese leader Xi Jinping next week.
Officials and analysts in Taiwan and Japan are concerned that even a subtle shift in U.S. language could alter the regional balance. China considers Taiwan a core national interest, while Washington continues to maintain extensive security and economic ties with the island.
The meeting is also expected to cover trade and technology, making Taiwan one of several issues where strategic and economic priorities will intersect.
