During Chinese premier Wen Jiabao's visit to the White House, President Bush maintains that the United States opposes "any unilateral decision by either China or Taiwan to change the status quo." He further remarks that "the comments and actions made by the leader of Taiwan indicate that he may be willing to make decisions unilaterally to change the status quo, which we oppose." The statement highlights growing U.S. concern with Taiwan's lack of consultation before taking steps that could heighten cross-Strait tension.