Be ‘prudent’ about supplying arms to Taiwan, Xi tells Trump in call
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In a recent call between Chinese President Xi Jinping and US President Donald Trump, Xi warned Trump to be "prudent" regarding arms sales to Taiwan, emphasizing that the Taiwan issue is the most important in China-US relations. Xi stated that China views Taiwan as its territory and opposes any separation. This call, their first since November, occurred amid ongoing tensions over US arms sales to Taiwan, including a proposed $11.1 billion package. Taiwan's President Lai Ching-te affirmed the island's strong relationship with the US following the call. Trump described the call as "excellent" and mentioned discussions on Ukraine, Iran, and trade, including potential increased Chinese purchases of US soybeans. He also indicated a planned trip to China in April.
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