Event Brief
Trump says nothing’s changed on Taiwan despite shift
Filed: May 17, 2026 at 12:05 PM ET
Summary: Trump warned Taipei against independence moves and said US arms deals are a negotiating chip with China.
WHO: Donald Trump
WHAT: Trump warned Taipei against independence moves and described US arms deals as a negotiating chip in talks with China.
WHEN: May 17, 2026 at 4:14 AM ET
WHERE: USA
WHY: Trump reacted to independence moves by warning Taipei and framed US arms deals in negotiations with China.
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