The White House has warned China may respond to Nancy Pelosi’s mooted visit to Taiwan with military provocations.
This could include firing missiles near Taiwan, or large-scale air or naval activities, spokesman John Kirby said.
Mrs Pelosi, the US House of Representatives Speaker, touched down in Malaysia today on her tour of Asia.
Taiwanese and US media say she plans to visit Taipei tonight, but there’s been no official confirmation.
However, responding to reporter questions on Tuesday, Taiwan’s premier Su Tseng-chang said the island “warmly welcomes” any foreign guests.
