Taiwanese Foreign Minister says Taiwan has maintained good communication with the US; the US government has also reiterated its opposition to any attempt to force or coerce a change to the status quo

The comments from Taiwan's Foreign Minister underscore a firm stance against China's influence while reinforcing Taiwan's alignment with the US. This diplomatic engagement may bolster support among allies and signal to markets an ongoing geopolitical tension that could affect risk sentiment, particularly in Asia and commodities like gold and oil. Watch for how this plays into USD movements, especially against JPY and CNY, and potential impacts on broader equity markets.