LIVE: Trump Blocked Taiwanese President Lai Ching-te’s US Stopover | America's Taiwan policy | N18G - Firstpost

President Donald Trump could be reshaping US ties in East Asia. Reports say Trump has blocked Taiwanese President Lai Ching-te’s planned stopover to New York, fearing it would upset China. At the same time, Trump claims he has received an invite from President Xi Jinping to visit. This marks a dramatic shift in America's Taiwan policy. For decades, Taiwanese leaders were allowed symbolic stopovers in the US Trump’s decision ends that precedent—raising questions about America’s support for Taiwan. Meanwhile, trade talks with China continue in Stockholm, and Trump seems keen to keep Beijing engaged. At home, President Lai faces growing political troubles, having failed to unseat pro-China lawmakers in Taiwan’s parliament. With tensions rising and diplomatic space shrinking, Taiwan’s leadership faces its biggest challenge yet. --- Donald Trump | Taiwan | China Taiwan Tensions | Taiwanese President | US China Ties | Xi Jinping | Firstpost | World News | News Live | Vantage | Palki Sharma | News #donaldtrump #taiwan #chinataiwantensions #taiwanesepresident #uschinaties #firstpost #vantageonfirstpost #palkisharma #worldnews Vantage is a ground-breaking news, opinions, and current affairs show from Firstpost. Catering to a global audience, Vantage covers the biggest news stories from a 360-degree perspective, giving viewers a chance to assess the impact of world events through a uniquely Indian lens. The show is anchored by Palki Sharma, Managing Editor, Firstpost. By breaking stereotypes, Vantage aims to challenge conventional wisdom and present an alternative view on global affairs, defying the norm and opening the door to new perspectives. The show goes beyond the headlines to uncover the hidden stories – making Vantage a destination for thought-provoking ideas. Vantage airs Monday to Friday at 9 PM IST on Firstpost across all leading platforms. Subscribe to Firstpost channel and press the bell icon to get notified when we go live. https://www.youtube.com/@Firstpost Follow Firstpost on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/firstpost/ Follow Firstpost on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/firstpostin/ Follow Firstpost on Twitter: https://twitter.com/firstpost Follow Firstpost on WhatsApp: https://www.whatsapp.com/channel/0029Va6zOIrEQIamseyg762V