Trump says he's not looking for Taiwan to go independent following Beijing summit with Xi
US President Donald Trump stated he is not seeking independence for Taiwan following a summit with Chinese President Xi Jinping. He acknowledged Xi's strong stance against any move toward Taiwanese independence, according to a BBC report. The comments come amid ongoing diplomatic tensions over the island's status.
- ▪US President Donald Trump said he is not pushing for Taiwan's independence.
- ▪Trump noted that Xi Jinping feels strongly about Taiwan and opposes any independence movement.
- ▪The remarks were reported by the BBC following a summit between the two leaders.
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Trump says he's not looking for Taiwan to go independent following Beijing summit with XiUS President Donald Trump noted that Xi "feels very strongly" about the island and "doesn't want to see a movement for independence," according to a BBC report.A 3D-printed miniature model depicting US President Donald Trump, Chinese flag and fragment of Taiwanese flag in this illustration taken, April 17, 2025.(photo credit: REUTERS/DADO RUVIC/ILLUSTRATION)
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