Trump waffles on Taiwan arms deal after Xi talks
Summary
President Donald Trump expressed uncertainty about approving a $14 billion arms sale to Taiwan after talks with Chinese President Xi Jinping. Trump prioritized avoiding a war over Taiwan and indicated he might reconsider longstanding U.S. policies on arms sales to the island.Key Facts
- President Trump discussed Taiwan arms sales in detail with Chinese President Xi Jinping.
- The planned arms package for Taiwan is worth $14 billion and includes missiles and air defense systems.
- Trump said he does not want to provoke a conflict 9,500 miles away, referring to Taiwan.
- The U.S. had a 1982 agreement not to consult China on Taiwan arms sales, but Trump questioned its relevance.
- Trump plans to make new decisions on arms sales, prioritizing avoiding war over following past agreements.
- The arms sale has caused concern in Taiwan, Japan, South Korea, and among U.S. lawmakers.
- Taiwan approved funds to proceed with the arms sales only recently, after months of delay.
- Secretary of State Marco Rubio stated that U.S. policy toward Taiwan remains unchanged despite Trump’s comments.
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