Trump mulls direct talks with Taiwan’s leader on arms deal, bucking protocol
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US President Donald Trump said he would speak with Taiwan’s President Lai Ching-te about a possible arms sale, a marked break from diplomatic protocol that could affect US‑China‑Taiwan dynamics as Taipei ramps up its defence. Washington is guided by the Taiwan Relations Act to provide defensive weapons, while Beijing protests official exchanges with Taiwan.
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