Trump Halts $400M Military Aid to Taiwan

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Donald trump reportedly blocked ​$400 million in military aid⁤ to ‍Taiwan while pursuing trade negotiations with ​China. This represents a potential shift in US​ policy, though a White ‍House ⁢official states the decision isn’t final.

Key points:

* The US stopped formally recognizing Taiwan in 1979 but remains a major weapons supplier.
* China views Taiwan as a province and⁣ hasn’t ruled ⁤out using force to control it.
* Trump is scheduled to speak with Xi Jinping on Friday to discuss trade (tariffs) and TikTok.
* Under the Biden administration, over $2 billion in military aid was approved for​ Taiwan.
*⁤ The article⁢ suggests Trump is seeking concessions​ from China before approving the aid (“No weapons without financial counterpart”).