Taiwanese Sovereignty Under Spotlight Amid Trump-Xi Talks

Taiwan's Foreign Minister and Premier express confidence in strong U.S.-Taiwan relations amid concerns over potential outcomes of the Trump-Xi meeting at the APEC summit. The U.S. provides military support to Taiwan, a key point of tension with China, which continues to pressure Taiwan diplomatically and militarily.

Taiwanese Foreign Minister Lin Chia-lung has confidently stated that U.S. President Donald Trump is unlikely to compromise Taiwan's interests during his meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping. Trump's fluctuating stance on Taiwan has raised concerns as he negotiates a trade deal with Beijing.

In Taipei, worries prevail about the possibility of Taiwan's interests being compromised during the Trump-Xi sideline discussion at the Asia Pacific Economic Cooperation summit. Premier Cho Jung-tai emphasized stable U.S.-Taiwan relations and the shared international interests of both nations.

The U.S. remains a vital, albeit unofficial, supporter of Taiwan amidst China's persistent diplomatic and military pressures. Taiwan participates in the APEC forum but avoids direct political provocations with China. Beijing's 'one country, two systems' model is consistently rejected by Taiwan's political parties.

(With inputs from agencies.)