The summit between US President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping in mid-May was seen as playing a role in maintaining stability in bilateral relations. However, analysts point out that the talks reflect a reality: Washington's influence is noticeably declining, while Beijing seeks to increase its advantage on the Taiwan issue.
In a recent analysis, observers noted that although the US still maintains many strategic advantages, China's military escalation and expanding economic influence in the Asia-Pacific region are rendering Taiwan's position more precarious. Washington no longer has the deterrence it once had due to shifting regional power balances.
Experts say Beijing is leveraging this context to advance its unification goals, with increasingly assertive diplomatic and military campaigns. Meanwhile, the Trump administration faces limitations in direct engagement, leaving Taiwan at greater risk of isolation than ever before.
The analysis concludes that the recent summit may only be a temporary arrangement, not truly addressing the root of tensions, as both sides have irreconcilable strategic interests.
