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Trump to Discuss Taiwan Arms Sales with Xi Jinping During Upcoming China Visit

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Published May 12, 2026 2:13 AM ・ Updated Jun 13, 2026 11:57 PM ・ 2 min read ・ Source: CNA (Central News Agency)

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U.S.
President Donald Trump announced that he plans to discuss the issue of U.S.
arms sales to Taiwan with Chinese President Xi Jinping during his upcoming visit to China.

U.S. President Donald Trump announced that he plans to discuss the issue of U.S. arms sales to Taiwan with Chinese President Xi Jinping during his upcoming visit to China. Trump stated that while Xi Jinping may not want the sales, he will bring it up as one of the many topics during their meeting.

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Published: May 12, 2026

U.S. President Donald Trump indicated that Taiwan and U.S. arms sales to the island will be a topic of discussion during his upcoming meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping. Trump told reporters, "I will discuss this with President Xi. President Xi doesn't want us to do it, but I will talk to him. It's one of the many things I will be discussing." Trump is scheduled to arrive in Beijing on November 13th for his first visit to China since 2017, with bilateral talks planned for November 14th and 15th. U.S. officials have previewed that the agenda will include discussions on Iran, Taiwan, artificial intelligence (AI), nuclear weapons, and rare earths.

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FAQ

What is the main topic President Trump plans to discuss with President Xi Jinping regarding Taiwan?

President Trump plans to discuss the issue of U.S. arms sales to Taiwan with President Xi Jinping.

When is President Trump's visit to China scheduled?

President Trump is scheduled to arrive in Beijing on November 13th, with bilateral talks on November 14th and 15th.

What is China's stance on U.S. arms sales to Taiwan?

According to President Trump, President Xi Jinping "doesn't want us to do it," indicating China's opposition to U.S. arms sales to Taiwan.

What other topics are expected to be discussed during the meeting?

Other topics on the agenda include Iran, artificial intelligence (AI), nuclear weapons, and rare earths.

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