Taiwan's President Lai Ching-te has postponed a planned overseas trip after the Trump administration denied his request to stop over in New York, reportedly due to pressure from China and ongoing US–China trade negotiations. The move has drawn criticism from US lawmakers and former officials, who argue it signals US deference to Beijing and undermines Taiwan's diplomatic standing. China has publicly opposed any official exchanges between the US and Taiwan, while the US State Department insists its stopover policy remains unchanged. The incident highlights Taiwan's precarious position in global politics and the influence of US–China relations on its international engagements. The decision has sparked debate over US foreign policy priorities and the future of cross-strait relations.
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