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Taiwan's Lai Signals Caution Before Xi-Trump Summit

2/27/2026

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  • William Lai Ching-te, the Taiwanese leader, used the term 'mainland China' to signal caution ahead of the Xi-Trump summit.
  • Analysts say this marks a shift from his usual reference to 'China' since his 2024 inauguration.
  • Analysts say the change could ease tensions ahead of U.S. President Donald Trump's March 31–April 2 Beijing visit, where Taiwan may be discussed.