Advisers concerned about potential Chinese invasion of Taiwan following Trump's Beijing visit

Advisers to U.S. President Donald Trump have expressed concerns that a potential Chinese invasion of Taiwan could occur within the next five years. Reports from Axios indicate that these officials believe the diplomatic reception during Trump’s visit to Beijing may have masked China's true intentions regarding the island. A primary concern cited by advisers is the potential disruption of the global semiconductor supply chain, which is critical for American artificial intelligence systems. Officials noted that the U.S. domestic supply chain for microchips is currently not self-sufficient enough to withstand such a disruption. The advisers argue that President Xi Jinping aims to demonstrate that China is an equal global power and that Taiwan is its territory. Consequently, they believe the likelihood of the Taiwan issue surfacing in negotiations over the next five years has increased. Despite the concerns expressed by his team, Trump reportedly received praise from top business leaders regarding his firm stance against China.