China’s Xi Jinping is telling Taiwan’s opposition leader the island is part of Communist China—during their first meeting in a decade. Taiwan’s government is warning about the regime’s true intentions.

U.S. lawmakers are pushing for a massive defense boost for Taiwan. It’s vital for the island to defend itself in the event of a Chinese invasion. The main hurdle is Taiwan’s opposition party, whose leader is currently visiting China.

What does Taiwan’s opposition leader’s visit to China signal to the West? Grant Newsham joins us to unpack what’s at stake.

Japan is downgrading ties with China in its latest 2026 report. It comes after months of rising diplomatic tensions over Taiwan.

A Chinese researcher’s death at the University of Michigan is under investigation. He was found dead on campus last month, and officials are continuing to look into the circumstances.

1. Taiwan Opposition Leader Meets Xi in Beijing


2. Xi-Cheng Meeting: ‘One China,’ Taiwan Strait


3. Taiwan Official Condemns Cheng’s Pro-China Stance


4. Taiwan Defense Plan Stalls as CCP Pressure Grows


5. China Drills Near Taiwan Seen as Invasion Prep


6. Officials Warn Taiwan Deterrence Window Closing


7. What China’s Meeting with Taiwan Opposition Signals


8. Beijing Woos Taiwan Leader as Military Threat Grows


9. China Expands Naval Presence Across Key Seas


10. Taiwan Budget Dispute Raises Concern in Washington


11. Beijing Eyes Deal to Limit US Support for Taiwan


12. US Gains Leverage Over China’s Energy Supply


13. Data Shows Ships Aren’t Passing Through Hormuz Strait Yet


14. Russia Declares Temporary Ceasefire for Easter


15. Chinese Researcher’s Death at U-M Under Investigation


16. Japan Downgrades China Relationship in 2026 Report


17. China’s Top Diplomat Meets North Korea’s Kim Jong Un