Event Brief
Beijing stronger footing to discuss Taiwan with Trump
Filed: May 12, 2026 at 2:05 AM ET
Summary: A mainland analyst said Beijing will be better positioned to discuss Taiwan with Trump at an upcoming meeting.
WHO: Wu Yongping
WHAT: Wu Yongping said Beijing would welcome statements opposing independence and that independence space is narrowing
WHEN: May 12, 2026 at 12:00 AM ET
WHERE: China
WHY: The discussion is expected to be triggered by Trump meeting Xi Jinping later this week.
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