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Why Taiwan remains a key issue in China-US ties | Explained

China's President Xi Jinping will urge US President Donald Trump to halt arms sales to Taiwan. Beijing views Taiwan as its territory and a core interest, rejecting outside interference. Taiwan, a democracy, rejects China's sovereignty claims and seeks global engagement. The United States officially acknowledges China's One China policy but aids Taiwan's defense. Past US engagements have led to significant Chinese military exercises around the island.

22 Sep 2026 12:53 pm