Taiwan, Led by Vice Premier Zheng Li-Chun, Reports Constructive Progress in June 25 Trade Talks With Trump Administration, Nears Tariff Deal

Taiwan's Executive Yuan announced that its trade negotiation delegation, led by Vice Premier Zheng Li-Chun, held a second round of in-person trade talks with the Trump administration in the United States on June 25, 2025. Both sides reported having made constructive progress during these negotiations. Taiwan is reportedly nearing a trade deal with the U.S. that could help avoid tariffs. Despite some challenges noted by Taiwanese officials, the discussions continue to advance. Meanwhile, broader U.S.-China relations remain strained, with experts emphasizing that a comprehensive grand bargain between the two powers is unlikely given prevailing international and domestic conditions. Analysts suggest U.S. policy should focus on manageable objectives such as reducing the risk of conflict rather than attempting to resolve all differences, including those related to Taiwan, cyber issues, and the South China Sea. The U.S. and China maintain major disagreements on these strategic issues, but these are considered separable from ongoing trade negotiations.