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Trump Waffles on Taiwan Arms Deal

Updated 2026-05-15 18:50 UTC 2 sources Neutral

President Trump expressed uncertainty about approving a $14 billion weapons package for Taiwan after discussing arms sales with Chinese President Xi Jinping. The decision could impact U.S.-China relations.

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The Hill
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Axios
President Trump said Friday he's unsure whether he would greenlight a planned $14 billion weapons package for Taiwan after discussing arms sales in "great detail" with Chinese President Xi Jinpi
2026-05-15 18:32 UTC
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