Taiwan’s president says the U.S. arms sales that Trump called a bargaining chip with China are ‘the most important deterrent’ of regional conflict
Taiwan's president emphasized the importance of U.S. arms sales as a key deterrent against regional conflict. This statement follows President Trump's comments questioning continued U.S. support for Taiwan. Despite concerns raised by Trump's remarks, Taiwan remains committed to its sovereignty and democratic values.
- ▪Taiwan's president stated that arms purchases from the U.S. are crucial for regional stability.
- ▪Trump's comments about U.S. arms sales have raised concerns in Taiwan regarding its security.
- ▪The U.S. is legally bound to provide Taiwan with defense capabilities despite not formally recognizing it as a country.
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Taiwan’s president on Sunday stressed that arms purchases from the United States are “the most important deterrent” of regional conflict and instability, after President Donald Trump called into question continued U.S. support of Taiwan following his visit to China.Recommended Video U.S. arms sales to Taiwan and security cooperation between the two sides are not only governed by law but also a catalyst for regional peace and stability, President Lai Ching-te said in a statement. “We thank President Trump for his continued support for peace and stability across the Taiwan Strait since his first term, including the continuous increase in the scale and amount of arms sales to Taiwan,” he said.
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