Could US Arms Sales to Taiwan Be at Risk?
Summary
U.S. President Donald Trump will discuss the sale of weapons to Taiwan during his upcoming meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping. China opposes these arms sales, but the U.S. has continued supporting Taiwan's defense under law, which helps Taiwan prepare against possible Chinese aggression.Key Facts
- President Trump will visit China for a two-day summit with President Xi Jinping.
- The U.S. has sold advanced military equipment to Taiwan for many years under the "one China" policy.
- China wants Taiwan to be part of the mainland and opposes U.S. arms sales to the island.
- The U.S. law allows selling weapons to Taiwan to help with its self-defense.
- Taiwan recently approved a $25 billion defense budget, mostly for American military equipment.
- Some U.S. senators support a $14 billion arms sale package to Taiwan, including advanced missile systems.
- A recent Pentagon report says China currently does not plan to invade Taiwan soon but aims to be capable of it by 2027.
- The issue of U.S. arms sales to Taiwan could affect U.S.-China trade and relations.
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