Event Brief
Taiwan tells Trump it is sovereign and independent
Filed: May 17, 2026 at 4:05 AM ET
Summary: Taiwan responded to Trump’s warning by saying it is sovereign and independent.
WHO: Taiwan
WHAT: Taiwan said it is sovereign and independent in response to Trump’s warning.
WHEN: May 16, 2026 at 5:43 AM ET
WHERE: Taiwan
WHY: Trump warned against Taiwanese self-determination after his summit with Xi Jinping.
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