US President Trump confirms discussion of Taiwan arms sale with Chinese leader

US President Donald Trump confirmed discussions with Chinese President Xi Jinping regarding the sale of US arms to Taiwan.

According to Trump, the conversation took place during his visit to Beijing. The details of the discussion are not specified.

Additionally, Trump stated that he is considering lifting sanctions on certain Chinese companies involved in purchasing Iranian oil.

No further information was provided about the specifics of these discussions or any potential outcomes.

The US and China have had complex relations regarding Taiwan, with the US providing military equipment to the island nation. China views Taiwan as a part of its territory and has expressed concerns over the sale of arms to the island.

Trump’s comments on lifting sanctions for Chinese companies purchasing Iranian oil are also noteworthy. The US has imposed sanctions on various countries and entities involved in oil purchases from Iran, citing national security concerns.

The details of any potential agreements or actions related to these discussions will be announced by the relevant parties at a later time.

Source: Al Jazeera