United States & Taiwan — Democratic Progressive Party

United States: The United States is a central nation in the summit, involved in trade disputes, technology competition, the Taiwan issue, and discussions regarding the war in Iran.

Taiwan — Democratic Progressive Party: The Taiwan — Democratic Progressive Party, led by Tsai Ing-wen and Lai Ching-te, advocates for Taiwan's functional independence, which has heightened tensions with China.

United States: The United States expressed concern over China's pressure on African countries to revoke overflight clearances for Taiwan's president, viewing it as an abuse of the international civil aviation system and a threat to international peace.

Taiwan — Democratic Progressive Party: China's foreign ministry referred to Lai Ching-te's party, the Taiwan — Democratic Progressive Party, in its criticism of his visit.

Taiwan — Democratic Progressive Party: The Taiwan — Democratic Progressive Party, Taiwan's ruling party, was criticized by Xinhua for 'currying favor with the United States' and 'binding the entire island of Taiwan to its catastrophic secessionist chariot', in the context of the 'Justice Mission 2025' drills.

Taiwan — Democratic Progressive Party: The Taiwan — Democratic Progressive Party in Taiwan believes the United States' diplomacy is its own decision, while Taiwan focuses on securing its national interest and defense systems.

Taiwan — Democratic Progressive Party: The Taiwan — Democratic Progressive Party, Taiwan's ruling party, views Taiwan as a sovereign country and opposes Beijing's claims. Its attempts to pass a special defense budget have been stalled by the opposition-controlled parliament.