Xi Warns Trump on Taiwan, Pursues Partnership

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Chinas President Xi Jinping cautioned U.S. President Donald Trump about the potential for conflict over Taiwan during their Beijing summit. Despite public praise and promises of improved relations, Xi emphasized the importance of proper handling of Taiwan to avoid clashes. The leaders also discussed Iran, trade disputes, and the Strait of Hormuz. Reaction…

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Chinas President Xi Jinping cautioned U.S. President Donald Trump about the potential for conflict over Taiwan during their Beijing summit. Despite public praise and promises of improved relations, Xi emphasized the importance of proper handling of Taiwan to avoid clashes. The leaders also discussed Iran, trade disputes, and the Strait of Hormuz. Reactions to the summit highlighted the high stakes, with Trumps team focusing on economic wins and China opposing U.S. arms sales to Taiwan. Xi invite

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