President Donald Trump’s three-day trip to China was unexpectedly dominated by discussions about Taiwan and a new framework for managing Washington and Beijing's complicated relationship.
Trump says he ‘made no commitment either way’ to Xi on Taiwan
Trump said Xi Jinping had asked directly if the US would defend Taiwan, and he had responded, "I don't talk about that".
Trump warns Taiwan not to expect blank check from US military after intense Xi summit
President Trump warns Taiwan not to expect unconditional U.S. military support, saying he does not want to travel 9,500 miles to fight a war with China.
Trump noncommittal to continued Taiwan arms sales after meeting with Xi
The president’s comments mean a $14 billion deal, which Congress approved back in January, now hangs in the balance.
Trump does not commit to defending Taiwan against China, says he’ll make a determination on US arms sales to the island
The president dismissed the possibility of a conflict between the two superpowers over Taiwan. "I think we'll be fine," he said.
Trump Says He Will Soon Decide on Taiwan Arms Sale
President Trump told reporters that he would soon make a decision on an arms-sales package to Taiwan, despite fierce opposition from Chinese leader Xi Jinping. Trump told reporters aboard Air Force ...
Trump Says Xi Doesn’t Want a War Over Taiwan
President Trump said Chinese leader Xi Jinping doesn’t want a war over Taiwan. “He does not want to see a fight for independence because that would be a very strong confrontation,” he said. “He ...
Trump Lavishes Praise On China’s Xi As Taiwan Hangs In The Balance
The president already abandoned Ukraine to Russia’s autocrat and said he would discuss the fate of the island democracy with China’s.
Hantavirus fuels fears over Taipei rat sightings
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Xi Warns Trump Over Taiwan During High-Stakes China Summit
China’s President Xi Jinping warned President Donald Trump that disputes over Taiwan could push Washington and Beijing toward conflict during Trump’s first visit to the country as president in nearly ...
After Xi’s Warning on Taiwan, He and Trump Strike Positive Tone
Xi Jinping, China’s leader, told President Trump that if the Taiwan issue were handled poorly, it could lead to a clash with the United States. Later, at a state dinner, they emphasized cooperation.
China’s Xi warns Trump about conflicts if Taiwan isn’t handled properly
President Trump is in Beijing meeting with China's President Xi Jinping, with the two leaders aiming to stabilize their trading relationship after last year's trade war.
Xi warns Trump of possible conflict over Taiwan at grand Beijing summit
The two leaders met for high-stakes talks Thursday at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing, expected to also focus on trade and the Iran war.
Donald Trump silent on Taiwan as China’s Xi issues warning
Both Trump and Xi have stability on their mind.
Xi talks tough on Taiwan during Beijing meeting with Trump
Chinese President Xi Jinping had stern words for President Trump on Taiwan as they met in Beijing, warning of potential "clashes and even conflicts" if the issue isn't "handled properly." ...
Why Taiwan is a major flashpoint between the US and China
For decades, U.S. presidents have remained steadfast in their defense of the tiny Asian ally from its neighboring giant.