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Five key takeaways from Donald Trump’s whirlwind trip to China

Trump's trip was unexpectedly dominated by discussions about Taiwan

The Independent UK

Taiwan presses case for US arms after Trump says he's undecided on new sales

Taiwan's deputy foreign minister emphasized that U.S. arms sales are crucial for regional peace. This comes after President Trump expressed uncertainty about future weapons sales to the island. China continues its military pressure around Taiwan. Taiwan maintains its stance as a sovereign nation. The island's people alone decide its future.

The Economic Times

'Cornerstone of regional peace': Taiwan calls US arms sales vital for stability after Trump's remarks

Taiwan's deputy foreign minister Chen Ming-chi stressed the island's commitment to peace and stability. He stated that Taiwan's future is decided by its people. US arms sales are guaranteed by the Taiwan Relations Act. President Trump expressed uncertainty about a major weapons sale to Taiwan. He also cautioned against a…

The Times of India

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Trump returns from China visit, calls meeting with Xi 'G-2'

President Trump returned from China, announcing significant trade deals including 200 Boeing aircraft sales and agricultural support. He described his meetings with President Xi Jinping as a "G-2" moment, potentially easing tensions over Taiwan during his term. Trump also extended an invitation for Xi to visit Washington.

The Economic Times

After Donald Trump's Beijing visit, Taiwan detects 8 Chinese naval vessels, one ship in its territorial water

Taiwan's defense ministry reported eight Chinese naval vessels near the island following US President Trump's China visit. Trump suggested China might act against Taiwan after his term, acknowledging Beijing's strong objections to its independence. The US arms package for Taiwan remains under review amid escalating tensions and China's territorial claims.

The Times of India

'2 great countries': Donald Trump hails meeting with Xi as 'G-2 moment'

President Trump declared his China visit a historic "G-2" success, highlighting major trade deals including Boeing aircraft sales and agricultural commitments. He also suggested China would refrain from aggressive action on Taiwan during his presidency, while Xi Jinping privately warned of confrontation over the island. Trump indicated China's willingness to…

The Times of India

Taiwan detects eight PLAN vessels, one official ship around its territorial waters

In a post on 'X', Taiwan's MND said, "8 PLAN vessels and 1 official ship operating around #Taiwan detected up until 6 a.m. (UTC+8) today. #ROCArmedForces have monitored the situation and responded. No flight path illustration is provided, as we did not detect #PLA aircraft operating around Taiwan during this…

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Trump news at a glance: president’s China trip was heavy on hype, light on details

Trump notably failed to push back on Xi Jinping’s rhetoric over the future of Taiwan – key US politics stories from Friday, 15 May at a glance

The Guardian - US

Trump says he’s ‘not looking’ for war with China over Taiwan

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The Independent UK

Trump says he doesn’t want ‘to travel 9,500 miles to fight a war’ with China over Taiwan

In an interview with Fox News’ Bret Baier that aired Friday, the president said that both China and Taiwan should ‘cool it’

The Independent UK

Pageantry over policy: Takeaways from Trump's China trip

President Trump's state visit to Beijing with Chinese President Xi Jinping yielded few concrete outcomes on key issues like Iran, trade, and Taiwan. Despite extensive talks and pageantry, the trip saw no breakthrough on Iran sanctions or a significant trade deal, with leaders largely agreeing to disagree on major points.

The Economic Times

'We’re 9,500 miles away': Trump on why Taiwan remains a 'difficult' issue for US

US President Donald Trump has raised fresh questions over Washington’s long-standing support for Taiwan, describing the island as “a little bit of a difficult problem” because of China’s geographical and military advantage.

The Times of India

Donald Trump Urges Chip Manufacturers to Move to US Amid Rising Taiwan-China Tensions

Donald Trump urges Taiwanese chip manufacturers to relocate to the US amid tensions with China, aiming to secure national tech dominance and reduce dependency on Taiwan.

International Business Times UK

Viral Post Claims Donald Trump Caught On Camera Secretly Snooping Through Xi Jinping's Private Notebook In Beijing

A viral clip purporting to show Donald Trump secretly peeking at Xi Jinping's private notebook in Beijing has ignited a bitter argument on X, though none of the claims about the document can be independently verified.

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After Trump’s China visit, Xi accepts invitation for US state visit

Chinese President Xi Jinping will visit the United States later this year at the invitation of US President Donald Trump. The announcement was made on Friday by China’s top diplomat Wang Yi following talks between Trump and Xi in the Chinese capital. According to the Chinese foreign ministry, Xi will…

International Business Times UK

Trump Refuses to Commit to Defending Taiwan After Xi Raises It Directly at Beijing Summit

During a summit in Beijing, Trump avoided answering Xi Jinping's question on US defence of Taiwan, raising concerns about strategic ambiguity and US-China relations.

Axios

Trump waffles on Taiwan arms deal after Xi talks

"The last thing we need right now is a war that's 9,500 miles away."

The Economic Times

Trump leaves Beijing with few wins but warm words for Xi

While Trump searched for immediate business wins, such as a deal to sell Boeing jets that did not impress investors, Xi talked up a long-term reset and pact to maintain stable trade ties with Washington, underscoring their differing priorities. Xi pushed a new term by describing the relationship as “constructive…

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The Independent UK

Trump refuses to say if he’d defend Taiwan from Chinese aggression

Donald Trump has refused to say if he would defend Taiwan if it were attacked by China.

The Economic Times

Trump warns against Taiwan independence after China visit

President Donald Trump on Friday warned Taiwan against declaring formal independence after a visit to China, whose leader Xi Jinping had pressed him against US support to the self-ruling island. Xi had begun the summit with a warning on Taiwan, whose President Lai Ching-te considers the island already independent, making…

The Times of India

Panda hugs denied: Trump returns home to Washington mauling after China flex

The TOI correspondent from Washington: US President Donald Trump is heading back from his high-stakes Beijing summit facing a storm of criticism at home that he effectively conceded geopolitical ground to a rising China, even as he touted commercial agreements and claimed he had stood firm on Taiwan.

The Economic Times

Red carpet and red lines: Xi charmed Trump but gave up nothing

Wrapping up a two-day summit in Beijing, President Donald Trump has taken a step towards reducing tensions, but the gathering did not result in any major trade agreements or diplomatic milestones. The visit created an atmosphere of personal rapport and introduced a framework aimed at promoting 'strategic stability'.

International Business Times UK

Xi Jinping Straight Up Warns Trump Of 'Clashes And Conflicts' Over Taiwan During Beijing Visit

During Trump's visit to Beijing, Xi Jinping warned that mishandling Taiwan could lead to US-China conflict, emphasising Taiwan's importance in bilateral relations.

The Conversation

Donald Trump left Beijing empty-handed – but avoided something worse

When Britain sent its first formal diplomatic mission to China in 1793, one of the participants from London, Peter Auber, remarked that the group had been “received with the utmost politeness, treated with the utmost hospitality, watched with the utmost vigilance and dismissed with the utmost civility”.

Euronews

What is the 'Thucydides Trap' that Xi invoked in his meeting with Trump?

Xi Jinping opened his Beijing summit with Trump by asking whether the two powers could avoid the "Thucydides Trap" — then warned that mishandling Taiwan could lead to war.

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