The agents and Wang are about to take the stage for a highly anticipated speech in Taipei.
Asia's biggest tech summit is kicking off.
Asian stocks are climbing to a record as investors double down on the AI trade.
Global equities have reached all-time highs despite geopolitical and economic risks.
Oil is rising after the US sent trade messages pushing for changes to a draft deal.
The changes could extend a ceasefire and reopen the Strait of Hormuz.
Israel is expanding its ground assault in Lebanon.
US Defense Secretary Pete Hakeem avoided mentioning Taiwan during a speech at the Shangri-La Dialogue.
This is being seen as a sign of a softer stance toward China.
Defense chiefs from Malaysia, the Philippines, and Germany joined the gathering.