Trump says he discussed Taiwan arms sales with Xi Jinping, decision soon
Trump said he is still weighing a $14 billion weapons package for Taiwan after Xi pressed him to oppose independence and delay the sale.
- On Friday, President Donald Trump discussed Taiwan with Jinping following his three-day visit to Beijing, but made no commitments on potential arms sales.
- China opposes the deal, viewing Taiwan relations as key to China-US ties, while United States law requires providing weapons to Taiwan for its defense.
- Aboard Air Force One, Trump told reporters that Jinping expressed strong opposition to Taiwan's independence, noting, "I heard him out," after the high-stakes summit.
- The Republican administration previously authorized the major arms sale, but it has yet to move forward; Trump promised, "I will make a determination" soon.
- While the weapons deal remains uncertain, officials described the Trump-Xi meeting as "good," as China continues ramping up military pressure on the island.
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