With the understanding that the United States may have abandoned its “strategic ambiguity” regarding China and its defense of Taiwan—by words and actions—Taiwan is operating under the assumption that an invasion is not only likely but could occur sooner

The Taiwan issue was not brought up in that meeting.

Yen Chen-shen, professor at National Chengchi University in Taiwan, concurred, saying Taiwan and Eswatini's partnership remains intact and will withstand Beijing's interference.

Taiwan in recent years.

The president’s office stated: “The Republic of China [Taiwan] is a sovereign nation. Taiwan is a Taiwan of the world, and the 23 million people of Taiwan have every right to engage with the world.

Shipping containers at the harbor in Keelung, Taiwan, on Dec. 8, 2020.

Tsai said the measures are intended to make Taiwan more dependent on the Chinese market. Taiwan is scheduled to hold major local elections in November 2025, when voters will choose city mayors, county chiefs, and city and county councilors.

KAMAKURA, Japan—From April 17 to 19, the U.S.-based Shen Yun New Era Company presented four performances at the Kamakura Performing Arts Center. Audience members praised Shen Yun for allowing them to “see China’s history and culture from before communism,” calling it an artistic feast not to be missed. On the opening day, Taiwanese President Lai […]

"The growing global stake in regional peace and stability means various countries view the Taiwan Strait as a vital strategic interest, which ultimately bolsters the defense of Taiwan," Li said.

In the meantime, the CCP has escalated military pressure on Taiwan after repeatedly threatening "reunification" with Taiwan by force.

A high-profile meeting between Taiwan opposition leader Cheng Li-wun and Chinese Communist Party leader Xi Jinping has drawn sharp criticism in Taiwan, and analysts warn that Beijing is reframing the idea of “peace” to advance its political agenda.

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"First, it is to divide Taiwanese society, amplifying pro-China voices, which can also serve to further hinder efforts to advance U.S. arms sales [to Taiwan],” he said. “Second, it is to divide Taiwan–U.S. cooperation.

In April, a bipartisan group of U.S. senators introduced the Blue Skies for Taiwan Act of 2026, a bill aimed at expanding U.S.–Taiwan cooperation on drone development.

However, it is bound by law, specifically the Taiwan Relations Act of 1979, to provide Taiwan with tools to defend itself.

President Donald Trump would discuss U.S. arms sales to Taiwan. Instead, Mao replied that the issue regarding Taiwan is “China’s internal affair.”

Lai Jung-wei, executive director of nonprofit organization Taiwan Inspiration Association, told The Epoch Times that mainstream public opinion in Taiwan favors maintaining the status quo across the Taiwan Strait—which rejects unification with China and

TAIPEI, Taiwan—The indictment of Xu Chunying, a China-born woman who immigrated to Taiwan through marriage, has reignited concerns in Taiwan about Beijing’s infiltration campaign, after prosecutors charged her with violating the island’s anti-infiltration

China claims Taiwan as its own territory and has not ruled out the use of force to bring the island under its control. Taiwan rejects China's sovereignty claims and maintains that only its people can decide the island's future.

with Taiwan.

In Beijing, Mao Ning, spokesperson for the Chinese regime’s foreign ministry, reiterated opposition to any form of official exchanges between Taiwan and the United States when asked about the U.S. delegation’s trip to Taiwan.

There were also discussions about potential military action against Taiwan by China.

The loss of Taiwan would not be a regional setback.

"This will make it difficult for Taiwan to form a unified stance, so the public must remain highly vigilant."

The implications for China's plans to take over Taiwan, which is armed with U.S. and Israeli technology, are undeniable.

Taiwan is reaffirming its resolve to defend itself, as the summit between President Donald Trump and Chinese leader Xi Jinping is delayed and speculation grows over whether it could affect U.S. arms sales to the island.

First, it wants Beijing to believe the United States will defend Taiwan in order to deter Beijing. Second, Washington wants Taipei to believe that the United States may not defend Taiwan in order to encourage Taiwan to defend itself.

When the United States has a trade deficit with Taiwan, it means that Taiwan exports more to the United States than it imports.

From NTD News, Taipei, Taiwan

An invasion of Taiwan would be the largest and most complex amphibious operation in history, far exceeding the scale of D-Day.