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Chicago TribuneSaturday, 16 May 2026
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Trump backs off arms for Taiwan
Deal in jeopardy after talks with China's Xi
Reports on a shift in US foreign policy in a straightforward manner, presenting the pause in arms sales as a direct consequence of diplomatic meetings with Chinese leadership.
Following high-level talks between US and Chinese leadership, a planned major arms package for Taiwan has been paused. The decision reflects ongoing diplomatic complexities regarding Taiwan's self-ruled status and broader US-China relations.
“Deal in jeopardy”
“Measured policy reporting”
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