Taiwan thanks US for its support ahead of Trump-Xi summit
Taiwanese cabinet spokesman Michelle Lee says the government is continuously monitoring developments around the meeting.
Taiwan expressed gratitude to the United States for its support as the two nations prepare for a summit between President Donald Trump and Chinese leader Xi Jinping in Washington. China maintains that Taiwan is its territory and considers the issue a red line that the US must not cross. Taiwan's cabinet spokesman, Michelle Lee, stated that the government has been monitoring developments around the Trump-Xi meeting and is continuing to cooperate with the US at various levels.
The US is Taiwan's most important international backer and arms supplier, despite the lack of formal diplomatic ties. A $11 billion arms package for Taiwan was approved by the Trump administration in December, but a $14 billion follow-up package has been delayed for months. President Trump has described the latter as a valuable negotiating tool.
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio stated that the administration must balance its support for Taiwan with broader global needs, as selling military equipment means it is no longer available.
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