Taiwan's Vice President Lai Ching-te is set to transit through the United States en route to Paraguay, becoming the latest Taiwanese leader to do so. This trip comes at a sensitive time in US-China relations, with Beijing opposing direct ties between the US and Taiwan. Lai's visit is expected to be low-profile, as the Biden administration aims to maintain a delicate balance in relations. China views Lai with suspicion due to his past associations with Taiwanese independence, and this visit is likely to further strain cross-Strait relations.

The post Taiwan deputy leader’s Trip Tests US-China thaw appeared first on Balanced News Summary.