Trump says no change in Taiwan policy as China visit wraps
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- Trump left Beijing on Air Force One after a two‑day summit with Xi Jinping, returning to the United States.
- Trump told Fox News that U.S. policy toward Taiwan remains unchanged and warned Taiwan against seeking independence, saying the U.S. does not want to fight a war 9,500 miles away.
- Trump said he and Xi had "fantastic trade deals" but gave no details, while noting China's limited public interest in helping resolve the Iran war.
- Taiwan Foreign Ministry thanked Trump for prior arms sales and reiterated that U.S. weapons sales are a security commitment under the Taiwan Relations Act.
- Xi Jinping warned that disagreements over Taiwan could put the United States and China on a path toward conflict.
Why it matters: Taiwan’s security hinges on the $25 billion weapons packages Trump has not yet approved, while Xi’s warning escalates the risk of a direct U.S.–China flashpoint over Taiwan.
