Trump, Xi Jinping and Taiwan
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President Donald Trump is kicking off the busiest portion of his three-day visit to China. It's a trip that may end up focusing more on pageantry and symbolism than major bilateral breakthroughs.
President Donald Trump signaled neutrality on Taiwan’s security on Friday, warning Taipei not to expect unconditional U.S. military backing while urging restraint from both sides following his summit with Chinese President Xi Jinping.
Donald Trump has cast doubt on a $14 billion weapons package for Taiwan after talks with Xi Jinping in Beijing, raising urgent questions about US commitment to the island and whether the two superpowers can avoid the so-called Thucydides Trap.