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Xi Warns Trump Taiwan Issue Could Lead to Clashes and Conflict

By Egleze Editorial Desk · Published May 16, 2026 · Updated May 16, 2026 · PBD Podcast · Trump & Xi Meeting + Fauci’s COVID Coverup | PBD #799
Xi Warns Trump Taiwan Issue Could Lead to Clashes and Conflict
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"The Taiwan issue is the most significant concern in the China-US relation. If addressed properly, stability. Conversely, mishandling could lead to clashes and conflicts. The Taiwan issue lies at the heart of China's fundamental interest."

In private sessions during Trump's China visit, Xi Jinping issued a stark warning that mishandling Taiwan could lead to military conflict and pressed Trump to publicly oppose Taiwan independence. Secretary of State Rubio countered that U.S. policy on Taiwan remains unchanged, and it would be a terrible mistake for China to take Taiwan by force. The standoff came as the U.S. authorized an $11 billion arms package to Taiwan.

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