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Trump Plans Call With Taiwan President Ahead of $14 Billion Arms Sale

Published 21 May 2026

President Donald Trump announced Wednesday that he plans to speak directly with Taiwanese President Lai Ching-te, a move that would break decades of diplomatic precedent and is likely to provoke a strong reaction from China.

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