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Trump Approves Record $11B Taiwan Arms Deal, China Warns

5/18/2026

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President Donald Trump approved a record-breaking $11 billion arms package for Taiwan in December.
Taiwan President Lai Ching-te said U.S. arms sales are the island’s most important deterrent against regional conflict.
Chinese President Xi Jinping warned President Donald Trump that mishandling Taiwan could trigger clashes or conflict.
U.S. House Speaker Mike Johnson pledged congressional support for Taiwan.
Trade Representative Jamieson Greer said any decision on arms sales will prioritize American security needs.

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President Donald Trump approved a record-breaking $11 billion arms package for Taiwan in December.
Taiwan President Lai Ching-te said U.S. arms sales are the island’s most important deterrent against regional conflict.
Chinese President Xi Jinping warned President Donald Trump that mishandling Taiwan could trigger clashes or conflict.
U.S. House Speaker Mike Johnson pledged congressional support for Taiwan.
Trade Representative Jamieson Greer said any decision on arms sales will prioritize American security needs.