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Trump discusses Taiwan arms sale with China’s Xi Jinping

US President Donald Trump said he raised US arms sales to Taiwan in talks with Chinese leader Xi Jinping but provided no further details about the conversation.

US President Donald Trump said he discussed Taiwan arms sales with Chinese leader Xi Jinping, repeating a claim about a sensitive topic that often strains Washington-Beijing ties.

Trump made the remark in brief comments reported by media after the conversation but did not offer specifics on the timing, content or any follow-up actions. Officials did not immediately provide further details.

Arms sales to Taiwan are a longstanding source of tension between the United States and China. Beijing opposes weapons transfers to the island and has repeatedly warned against moves it views as supporting Taiwanese independence.

The United States has sold defensive equipment to Taiwan for decades under law and long-standing policy, a practice that often prompts diplomatic protests from Beijing. It was not clear whether the latest discussion referred to a completed sale, a proposed package or broader policy matters.

There was no immediate comment from Chinese authorities on the remarks. Taiwan officials were also not quoted on any outcomes from the conversation.

Further information on the exchange between the two leaders was not available at the time of reporting.

Source: Al Jazeera. Additional reporting by Nukunya News Desk.