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Trump Nears Decision on $14 B Taiwan Arms Sale

5/18/2026

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  • President Donald Trump said he will decide soon on the $14 billion Taiwan arms sale after talks with President Xi.
  • U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer said the review does not change U.S. policy toward Taiwan.
  • Rep. Carlos Gimenez (R-Florida) said Congress backs the weapons deal across party lines.
  • Taiwan's Ministry of Defense said U.S. arms sales fulfill the Taiwan Relations Act security commitment and represent a record high.