Trump Leaves U.S. Support for Taiwan Uncertain After Beijing Visit
President Trump expressed uncertainty about a $14 billion arms sale to Taiwan following his visit to China. His comments have raised concerns about U.S. support for Taiwan amidst ongoing tensions with China. Both Democrats and Republicans in Congress advocate for arming Taiwan to ensure its self-defense against potential Chinese aggression.
- ▪Trump is undecided about approving a $14 billion arms sale to Taiwan.
- ▪His comments suggest a potential softening of U.S. support for Taiwan in exchange for economic deals with China.
- ▪Taiwan has been waiting for the arms package to defend against a possible Chinese military operation.
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President Donald Trump said he is undecided about whether he will approve a planned $14 billion arms sale to Taiwan, casting doubt on U.S. support for the self-governing island that China has committed to controlling.Trump’s comments follow a two-day state visit to China, where he met with the country’s president, Xi Jinping, to discuss economic cooperation between the two global rivals, as well as a host of international issues, including the U.S.-Israeli war with Iran."I may do it. I may not do it," he told Fox News' Bret Baier in an interview that was recorded in Beijing and aired after he left. "We’re not looking to have wars. If you kept it the way it is, I think China is [going to] be OK with that.
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