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Military.comU.S. Pauses $14 Billion Taiwan Arms Sale Over Munitions Needs
The U.S. has paused a planned $14 billion arms sale to Taiwan to ensure sufficient munitions for the Iran operation. Taiwan officials said they have not been notified of any change to the sale.
Fox NewsU.S. pauses arms sales to Taiwan during China talks
President suggested a delayed $14 billion weapons package for Taiwan could serve as leverage in negotiations with China. Taiwan's president responded that arms sales remain the most vital deterrent and that Taiwan shall never be sacrificed or traded away.
Washington ExaminerTrump Says He Made No Commitment on Taiwan Arms Sale After Summit With Xi
President Donald Trump departed China on Friday after a two-day summit with Xi Jinping, who raised the delayed U.S. arms sale to Taiwan in closed-door talks. Trump told reporters he made no commitments on the issue and will decide only after speaking with Taiwanese President Will…
France 24Trump Meets Xi Jinping at Beijing Summit
President Donald Trump departed Beijing on May 15, 2026, following two days of meetings and meals with Chinese President Xi Jinping. The leaders described progress in stabilizing bilateral ties even as differences on Taiwan and other issues remain unresolved. Trump said he had no…
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewTrump and Xi Meet for Three Days in Beijing
President Trump and President Xi Jinping wrapped up three days of talks in Beijing on May 15, 2026, claiming progress toward a constructive bilateral relationship while differences on Taiwan, Iran and nuclear arms persisted. Trump said he has not yet decided on a major U.S. arms…
Al JazeeraTrump and Xi Jinping to Discuss Taiwan Arms Sales
President Trump will raise the issue of weapons sales during talks with Chinese President Xi Jinping on Thursday and Friday. Trump announced a record $11 billion arms package for Taiwan in December, prompting Chinese military drills simulating a blockade of the island. The visit…