The sensitive Taiwan issue returned to the spotlight after Donald Trump said the US was not looking to support any Taiwanese independence push.

Taiwan depends heavily on US security backing to deter China from carrying out its threat to annex the island by force.

Trump cautions Taiwan against independence after China visit, emphasising U.S. support while navigating complex trade and diplomatic relations.

Trump cautions Taiwan against independence after China visit, emphasising U.S. support while navigating complex trade and diplomatic relations.

The United States recognises only Beijing and does not support formal independence by Taiwan, but historically has also stopped short of explicitly saying it opposes independence.

US President Donald Trump on Friday warned Taiwan against formally declaring its independence in an interview with Fox News shortly before the end of his visit to China. During their meetings, Chinese…